Call it Maine mystique. Pine Tree State popular. Vacationland vogue. With its irresistible symbols (the humble moose, the cheery lobster, the healthy blueberry, the towering pine), its mountain-to-sea beauty, and its Down East common sense — let’s face it — the state of Maine is a desirable brand. During this holiday season, anyone getting Maine-made […]
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Sanders turns in signatures for Maine presidential primary in March
The presidential campaign of Bernie Sanders announced Monday that it had submitted 2,800 signatures of Maine voters to put the Vermont senator on the Democratic primary ballot in Maine.
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Rain develops in Maine Wednesday evening with some snow in the mountains for Thanksgiving
Rain and some snow for Maine on Wednesday evening into Thursday morning.
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New tax on internet sales boosts Maine’s budget further into the black
The tax, approved after the recent two-year budget was finalized, is one of several that contributed to an increase in state revenue.
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Advocates highlight high stakes for some Maine immigrants in Supreme Court case
Elected officials and business, religious and educational leaders are warning that nearly 150 Mainers could be deported if the U.S. Supreme Court overturns the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
As jails run in the red, Maine lawmakers look to reduce inmate populations
A legislative committee is considering ways to reduce jail populations and increase the likelihood that inmates will find stability and support when they are released.
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Health care, education likely to dominate legislative debates at State House
Democrats, who control both chambers of the Legislature, tout the lineup of bills accepted for consideration.
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Maine legislative leaders prepare to trim list of 400 bills proposed for 2020
They will meet this month to decide which measures will be taken up in the second half of the legislative session.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Local & State
Adorable and illegal: Baby red-eared slider turtles highlight Maine’s issues with illegal pets
Licensed exhibitor Drew Desjardins of Lewiston takes in and rehomes about 200 animals a year, up to 70% of them restricted or prohibited in Maine. He’d rather have state officials get the message out about what’s illegal.
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At Common Ground fair, dire warnings about pesticide dangers
An investigative journalist talks about how manufacturers and policymakers continue to focus on profit over health.