While lawmakers from both parties use the funds to solidify their positions, lobbyists pursue influence.
2016
Risky choices paying off for UMaine’s wind project
Using unconventional materials and real-world testing, a university-led consortium is poised to become a global leader in offshore turbines.
Navy testing private wells for contaminant near Brunswick airbase
The voluntary tests are aimed at detecting whether a chemical used in firefighting foam and household products – perfluorinated compounds, or PFCs – is migrating beyond contaminated areas on the former Brunswick Naval Air Station.
Caron: Holding back a tide of anger
There is hardly a day to reflect and mourn as acts of senseless violence overtake us.
At Colby, Wiesel gained an admirer
The writer remembers the author’s courage and moral certainty.
TRAVELIN’ MAINE(RS): Ogunquit
Bintliff’s is modest on the outside, but stunning on the inside
Rain doesn’t dampen celebration as Waterville Country Club centennial wraps up
Organizers say they’ve had 800 to 900 rounds played during week.
Central Maine business briefs
Franklin Memorial mammography service accredited; six win scholarships in Gardiner Federal Credit Union competition.
Dallas gunman was accused of ‘egregious’ sexual harassment
Micah Xavier Johnson’s military lawyer says, ‘I’m sure that this guy was the black sheep of his unit.’