Rain and some snow for Maine on Wednesday evening into Thursday morning.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Politics
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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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Politics
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 inMaine, 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.
Posted inNews
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.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
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, Maine
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.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine
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.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics, Uncategorized
Hundreds of new laws take effect Thursday in Maine
From prohibiting electronic cigarettes in school to changing the name of Columbus Day, more than 500 statutes will go on the books.
Posted inMaine, Nation / World, News, Politics
Sen. Collins joins bipartisan effort to end Trump’s use of military funds for wall
She views the resolution to end the president’s national emergency as a way to block overreach by the executive branch.