A top Navy official tells senators that civilian workers – like those in Kittery – may need to be exempt to maintain military readiness
May 2013
Posted inNews, Politics
House committee advances Maine-linked sex-assault bill
The proposal is named for Ruth Moore of Maine, a Navy veteran who was raped while in the service.
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31 detained in $50 million Belgium diamond heist
Unlike the brilliant thieves in “Ocean’s Eleven,” it appears that those behind the clockwork-precision heist may not get a Hollywood ending.
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Jodi Arias convicted of first-degree murder
Arias initially denied involvement, then blamed the killing on masked intruders, then said she killed Travis Alexander in self-defense.
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U.S. to provide $100 million in new aid to Syrian refugees
The money will help 1.4 million Syrian refugees, many of whom are in Jordan, and civilians trapped in Syria.
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Maine panel hears about high cost of hospital care
A proposed bill would allow the publishing of hospital financial data so consumers can compare pricing from hospital to hospital.
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Matt Nathanson, Tristan Prettyman to perform at L.L. Bean concert series
Other performers at the free concerts include Joshua Radin and Guster.
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FAA drops plan to reduce Bangor air controller shifts
Members of Maine’s congressional delegation say the FAA will continue to operate 24-hour air traffic control at Bangor International.
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Maine House OKs bills to limit ethanol sales
Opponents say that restricting the sale of 10 percent ethanol fuel would put Maine out of compliance with the federal Clean Air Act.
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Transcript of chat with Education Commissioner Stephen Bowen
The education commissioner will take your questions at 12:30 about a new system for grading Maine’s schools.