Secretary of State Shenna Bellows said the addresses for legislative candidates were removed from her office’s website ‘out of an abundance of caution.’
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Posted inTimes Record Opinion
Reflecting on our work to protect and preserve Maine’s environment
As Senate chair of the Legislature’s Environment and Natural Resources Committee (also known as ENR), I’ve spent much of my first five months in office discussing the most pressing environmental issues facing our state. I’ve heard from so many Mainers coming to testify about the challenges of coastal erosion, water pollution, waste, plastics, PFAS, extreme […]
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More money could be headed to help Maine mobile home residents
Lawmakers supported a bill to add $3 million to a fund to help residents purchase their mobile home parks. But its fate hinges on whether it makes it into the budget.
Posted inTimes Record Opinion
Beginning my service as your state senator
Last month, I was sworn into office as the state senator representing Senate District 24, which includes all of Sagadahoc County and the town of Dresden in Lincoln County. I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve, and I am eager to hit the ground running to ensure your voice is heard in Augusta. For years, […]
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Democrats appear to retain control of Maine Legislature
But a number of races remained too close to call, and Republican leaders say the party still has a chance to capture a majority in the House.
Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier
Maine Senate District 31
Maine Senate District 31: Represents Buxton, Old Orchard Beach, Saco Democrat and incumbent Donna Bailey is opposed by Republican Craig Pendleton. DONNA BAILEY City/Town: Saco Relevant Experience: Former Saco Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals member; former York County Probate Court Judge; two term Representative in the Maine House, one as House Chair of […]
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Maine Senate confirms new DHHS commissioner
Sara Gagné-Holmes had served as deputy commissioner of the department for 5 years and takes over as the agency is facing a federal lawsuit and scrutiny by lawmakers.
Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier
Saco breaks ground on wastewater treatment facility
Senator Susan Collins spoke at the groundbreaking last week.
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After uncertainty and a bit of Democratic infighting, the 131st Maine Legislature adjourns
Senate Democrats passed 80 additional spending bills, despite protests by Gov. Janet Mills. The House, however, voted to adjourn without taking the bills up.