Democrats say efforts by the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee to hold Attorney General Eric Holder in contempt of Congress over a botched gun-sting operation are a partisan stunt.
June 2012
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Some want more say in Oakland’s taxes
OAKLAND — Residents frustrated with rising property taxes are circulating petitions they believe will give more townspeople additional control over town finances.
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Chemical reaction in Augusta
AUGUSTA — More than a dozen mothers turned in signatures Thursday to try to compel the state Board of Environmental Protection to ban the chemical bisphenol-A from baby and toddler food packaging.
Posted inOpinion
MAINE COMPASS: Rebuilding economy will take more than borrowing money
On June 16, the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel offered Our Opinion: “Holding bonds hostage not good for our economy.”
Posted inSports
BASKETBALL: Claws, Celtics exclusive partners
PORTLAND — The Boston Celtics have always been the Maine Red Claws’ first choice as an NBA affiliate. Now they’re the only choice.
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Feds announce 1st major solar plant on tribal land
The 350-megawatt solar plant outside Las Vegas would be capable of powering 100,000 homes.
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Temperatures in Northeast soar for 2nd day
At Boston’s Franklin Park Zoo, gorillas sucked on ice treats and ostriches waded through spray mists in an effort to keep cool.
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Maine’s Catholic diocese spokeswoman stepping down
Sue Bernard will direct development and college relations for Northern Maine Community College in Presque Isle.
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Park supporters plan fest to honor Gov. Baxter
Aug. 22 is the 50th anniversary of Baxter’s final gift of land for the state park that covers more than 200,000 acres in northern Maine.
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NH gov vetoes bill to let users grow medical pot at home
The current bill passed both the House and Senate with wide margins, making it likely that the Legislature could override the veto next week.