U.S. Sens. Susan Collins and Angus King have joined a bipartisan group urging the U.S. Department of Agriculture to direct funding for broadband internet expansion to high-need rural areas. Collins, a Republican, and King, an independent, urged the USDA on Tuesday in a jointly written letter to set aside part of a $600 million rural broadband […]
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U.S. Sen. Angus King promises thorough probe of alleged Russia-Trump ties
The Senate Select Committee on Intelligence is about to get moving on its investigation into possible ties between Donald Trump’s campaign and Russia. U.S. Sen. Angus King, a Maine independent who is a member of the panel, said the probe “will be underway next week, at least on the staff level.” King also promised that […]
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Angus King, Susan Collins split on repeal of Obamacare
Despite her push to delay efforts to repeal the Affordable Care Act, U.S. Sen. Susan Collins joined her Republican colleagues early Thursday to adopt a budget plan that would end the program and remove the threat of a filibuster by opponents of the move. Maine’s junior senator, independent Angus King, said the Senate “made a […]
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New Balance is a big winner in new defense bill
Maine-made New Balance shoes are likely to see additional sales to the military thanks to the inclusion of an American-made requirement in a $619 billion defense bill approved by the U.S. Senate on Thursday. “The long-awaited and hard-fought passage of this measure is a landmark victory for American shoe manufacturers, like New Balance, who will […]
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Sens. Susan Collins, Angus King look to strengthen border with Canada
Maine’s U.S. senators are pushing for greater security along the Canadian border. A measure aimed at strengthening the 5,500-mile border recently passed the U.S. Senate without dissent and is now in the hands of the U.S. House, which may act before the current session ends next month. It has already backed a similar bill. “Maine […]
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Legion state convention honors state citizens
BANGOR — The American Legion Department of Maine held its annual state convention June 17 to 19. Led by State Commander Ronald Rainfrette of Lincolnville, a good representation of members from across the state were in attendance, including Legionnaires, members of the Auxiliary, Sons of the American Legion and American Legion Riders. After the grand […]
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Maine to get $3.4 million for lead hazard abatement
LEWISTON — U.S. Sens. Susan Collins and Angus King said Monday the Maine State Housing Authority will be awarded $3 million to eliminate lead hazards in housing for low-income families. The grant will be part of a federal Lead Hazard Reduction Demonstration program. MaineHousing will also receive $400,000 in Healthy Homes supplemental funding. The two […]
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RSU 10 committee to interview assistant superintendent candidates
DIXFIELD — Regional School Unit 10 Superintendent Craig King told the board this week that several people have applied for the assistant superintendent position. In an email, King said a committee composed of four school board members and four teachers will begin interviews Friday, March 4. Assistant Superintendent Ann Bell resigned last month. She had […]
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Maine Conservation Voters give King and Pingree top grades for 2015
AUGUSTA — The League of Conservation Voters on Wednesday released its annual scorecard for Congress, giving Maine’s U.S. Sen. Angus King, an independent, and 1st District U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree, a Democrat, perfect scores of 100. U.S. Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, received a 60, while 2nd District Rep. Bruce Poliquin, a Republican, received a score of 9. […]
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LePage says Congress should follow Constitution on Supreme Court vacancy
AUGUSTA — Maine Gov. Paul LePage on Thursday added his voice to the ongoing debate regarding the U.S. Supreme Court vacancy created with the unexpected death of Justice Antonin Scalia last Saturday. LePage sided with former governor and U.S. Sen. Angus King, I-Maine, saying President Barack Obama should nominate a replacement for Scalia. “I’m a […]