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Without opposition, legalized sports gambling in Maine looks like a good bet

by Kevin Miller April 26, 2019April 26, 2019

A U.S. Supreme Court decision lifted a federal prohibition on sports betting, opening up a race among states to get into the action.

Maine, News, Politics

Mills signs bill changing Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples Day in Maine

by Scott Thistle April 26, 2019April 26, 2019

The recognition comes as Mills tries to smooth relationships between state government and the Native American tribes in Maine.

Nation / World, Politics

Trump tells National Rifle Association he’s withdrawing from arms trade treaty

by JILL COLVIN and LISA MARIE PANE April 26, 2019April 28, 2019

The U.N. Arms Trade Treaty, which regulates international trade in conventional weapons, was signed by President Obama but never ratified by Congress.

Business, Maine, News, Politics

Selling a lakefront home next year? You’ll need a septic inspection first.

by Kevin Miller April 25, 2019April 25, 2019

The bill signed on Earth Day by Gov. Janet Mills is an extension of the inspection requirement in effect since 2007 for homes along the Maine coast.

Nation / World, Politics

Who’s running for president? Meet the Democratic candidates

by Erica Nitschke April 25, 2019April 28, 2019

The sprawling Democratic field features candidates ranging from 37 to 77 years old; liberals and moderates; senators, governors and mayors; and an unprecedented number of women and minorities.

Nation / World, News, Politics

Biden kicks off his 3rd run for president by taking aim at Trump

by Michael Scherer and John Wagner April 25, 2019September 14, 2020

Entering a crowded field of Democratic candidates, the former vice president opens his campaign with a reference to the president, declaring ‘the core values of this nation’ are at stake.

Business, Maine, News, Politics

Retailers join call for Maine to ban plastic bags statewide

by Scott Thistle April 24, 2019April 25, 2019

But opponents including the Maine Heritage Policy Center say the bill would only add costs for businesses and consumers.

Nation / World, Politics

Twitter launches reporting tool to curb misinformation during elections

by Hamza Shaban April 24, 2019November 5, 2019

It allows users to flag posts that attempt to mislead users about registering to vote or cast a ballot; identification requirements; and the date and time of an election.