A bill sponsored by Rep. Corey Wilson, R-Augusta, to permanently shield the identifying information of concealed-weapons permit holders, has prompted Republicans to use the controversy to mobilize gun rights activists.
March 2013
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Crisis & Counseling Centers recognized for work
Crisis & Counseling Centers was recognized recently at the annual meeting of the Co-Occurring Collaborative Serving Maine.
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Augusta taxpayers could pick up bigger tab after LePage’s proposed budget shift
Augusta’s proposed $26.7 million school budget could result in tax payers putting up more than $600,000 as a result of a cost-shift from the state, school officials say.
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Queries on 2016 prompt Jeb Bush to vent about political junkies
Touring morning talk shows to promote his book, the former Florida governor likens political reporters to ‘crack addicts’.
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Gardiner native trades the grill for the pulpit
The Rev. Scott Jones has taken over as the pastor of the Church of the Nazarene 40 years after his father preached to the very same congregation.
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Augusta energy study expected to find significant savings in upgrades
Augusta is looking to find energy and cost savings as they plan to continue upgrades to the Civic Center, City Center and Lithgow Public Library, among other city buildings. The changes are expected to pay for themselves as well as a $58,000 study.
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The hill of March just lasts forever
The worst of winter is over, but the finish line to spring is uphill.
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COLLEGE ROUNDUP: Bears win 2nd straight
PUNTA GORDA, Fla. — The University of Maine baseball team collected 16 hits in defeating Chicago State 13-7 on Sunday for its second straight win.
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Local budget slightly down in Jefferson
Residents in Jefferson will be voting on the town budget March 26.
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Trahan jumps on concealed-weapons flap
The former state senator is adept at mobilizing gun owners and mixing it up with news media.