January 8, 2014
2014
Posted inNews, Politics
LePage says children should have work option
Not allowing children to work is ‘causing damage to our economy,’ the governor says.
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Posted inNews
Maine broadband service ranks 49th out of 50 states
Despite efforts, speeds are less than the U.S. average and access is limited – problems a group is about to tackle.
Posted inOpinion
FROM THE STATE HOUSE: Lawmaking a responsibility that requires civil discourse, willingness to listen
Sen. Patrick Flood
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
OUR OPINION: Military recruiter bill reveals worst in both parties
Democrats and Republicans are too quick to play politics while real issues await action.
Posted inPolitics
Senate vote advances jobless aid extension, but fate still uncertain
Maine’s Susan Collins and Angus King support the bill, and both want to pay the $6.3 billion cost with spending cuts or offsets.
Posted inPolitics
Lawmakers say they’re close to spending bill
Some hurdles remain and it seems likely Congress will need to pass a temporary funding measure.