The proposal, still in development, would require a constitutional amendment and overcoming 106 years of resistance from the Legislature.
January 2015
Maine jeweler says he’s cutting record-size gemstone
Dennis Creaser of Paris says the purple apatite gemstone was mined from a quarry in Auburn.
Portland’s first big snowstorm of 2015 expected to drop 6 to 8 inches
The fast-moving system is making its way up the East Coast, creating ‘potential for significant snow and ice.’
New Balance, partner buying shoe maker Rockport
The companies are headquartered in Massachusetts, but New Balance has factories in Maine.
OUR OPINION: Early diagnosis can assuage serious mental illnesses
Success of Maine PIER program earns it renewed funding.
You know the scent, now learn to love the flavor of roses
Rosewater, an essential ingredient in the Middle East and India, is an easy way to add a touch of the exotic to your baking.
Obama thinks his policies are just right, but he’s still getting it all wrong
President, Republicans see same set of facts, but reach different conclusions.
Lawmakers pushing to end Maine state jail consolidation
A plan to return control of jails to counties has a big price tag for some, but means opportunity for others.
Interesting tidbits about our new Congress
Half of our lawmakers are millionaires — far more than the national average.