Adam Cote AUGUSTA, Maine — Democrat Adam Cote has made his long-contemplated 2018 run for governor official, becoming the first well-known Democrat to enter the race to replace term-limited Republican Gov. Paul LePage. Cote, a 44-year-old Sanford attorney and Army veteran, has been out of politics since he finished second in the 2008 primary in […]
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Trial of Millinocket man charged with killing baby postponed
BANGOR (AP) — The trial of a man charged with killing a 6-month-old-boy in Millinocket, Maine, has been postponed. Jesse Mackin pleaded not guilty in 2016 after being indicted in the death of Larry Lord Jr., who was the son of his girlfriend. The case is awaiting trial in Bangor. Court officials say trial has […]
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Paul LePage says he’ll veto ‘death with dignity’ legislation
Republican Gov. Paul LePage says he’ll veto legislation that would allow doctors to prescribe medication that a patient may self-administer to hasten death. AUGUSTA (AP) — Republican Gov. Paul LePage says he’ll veto legislation that would allow doctors to prescribe medication that a patient may self-administer to hasten death. The Legislature’s health and human services […]
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You need a license for that — but should you?
State Sen. Eric Brakey doesn’t believe animal control officers must be certified to wrangle rabid animals, massage therapists licensed to massage, or sign language interpreters licensed to interpret. “The purpose for occupational licensing is to ensure safety,” Brakey, R-Auburn, said. “If someone is poorly interpreting sign language, I don’t think that creates an imminent risk […]
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Bernie Sanders, DNC chair kick off cross-country tour in Maine
In this Nov. 17, 2016, file photo, Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt. speaks at a rally on Capitol Hill in Washington. Independent U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders gained roars of approval from a friendly crowd on Monday, April 17, 2017, as he called for a radical transformation of the Democratic Party into a grassroots movement founded on […]
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NBDL Eastern finals: Raptors 905 manhandle Claws to take 1-0 series lead
PORTLAND, ME – APRIL 16: Jordan Mickey #23 of the Maine Red Claws stretches for a rebound grabbed by C. J. Leslie #21 of the Raptors 905 in Game 1 of the NBADL Eastern Conference Finals on Sunday, April 16, 2017 at the Portland Expo in Portland. PORTLAND — The Maine Red Claws established a […]
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Maine ethics official wants to close ‘revolving door’
AUGUSTA (AP) — The executive director of Maine’s ethics commission wants to prohibit all compensated lobbying by former lawmakers in their first year after public service. The Maine Commission on Governmental Ethics and Election Practices are set to discuss on Tuesday possible legislation to close the “revolving door” from legislative work to lobbying. Executive Director […]
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Paul LePage’s veto of bill to protect living organ donors overridden in House
Maine Gov. Paul LePage is opposing a law to prohibit certain insurers from considering a person’s status as a living organ donor. The Maine HOuse overrode the veto last week 146-0. AUGUSTA (AP) — Maine’s Republican governor is opposing a law to prohibit certain insurers from considering a person’s status as a living organ donor. […]
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LePage nominates Democrat Barry Hobbins to serve as public advocate
AUGUSTA (AP) — GOP Gov. Paul LePage has nominated former Democratic lawmaker Barry Hobbins to serve as public advocate, a position that represents the interests of Maine ratepayers in electricity and natural gas prices and other proceedings before the state Public Utilities Commission. The position also supports residents on matters related to telecommunications, including accessibility […]
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Heating oil prices drop as temperature climbs in Maine
AUGUSTA (AP) — The Governor’s Energy Office says the price of heating oil in Maine has dropped 9 cents since the middle of March. The statewide average cash price for No. 2 heating oil was $2.17 per gallon this week. The statewide price of kerosene was also down 7 cents, to $2.72. Propane prices have […]