March 2017 – Page 63 – Centralmaine.com

Business, Politics

Stocks tumble as Republican health care bill stalls in Congress

by MARLEY JAY Associated Press March 21, 2017March 21, 2017

Banks had their worst day in nine months as bond yields continued their fall, and the dollar weakened.

Business, Maine, News

Rangeley voters reject 6-month industrial projects moratorium; fight over concrete plant continues

by Kate McCormick March 21, 2017March 21, 2017

In a 116-31 vote, residents weighed in on the fight over a controversial concrete plant proposal, but several already have filed a request that the appeals board reconsider its previous ruling in favor of the plant.

Business, Sports

Las Vegas casino owner eyeing $1 million March Madness victory

by WAYNE PARRY Associated Press March 21, 2017March 21, 2017

When one casino owner picks Michigan to win the NCAA basketball tournament, another covers it for 80-to-1 odds.

Business, Maine, News, Politics

LePage says U.S. should challenge EU plan to lift tariffs on Canadian lobster

by The Associated Press March 21, 2017March 21, 2017

The governor says the deal would put Maine lobster at a ‘significant disadvantage,’ and says he plans to take the issue to the Trump administration

Business, Maine, News

Unity group envisions five projects to help make town a ‘destination’

by Madeline St. Amour March 21, 2017March 21, 2017

With help from GrowSmart Maine and the town’s Economic Development Committee, the Waldo County town is moving forward with ideas for attracting more businesses and people.

Maine, News, Politics

Poliquin says he urged Trump to protect older, rural residents in health overhaul effort

by Doug Harlow March 21, 2017March 22, 2017

U.S. Rep. Bruce Poliquin, R-2nd District, met Tuesday with President Donald Trump, urging him and House leadership to push for increased benefits for those nearing retirement and families in rural areas.

Maine, News

LePage set to be guest bartender Monday at Hallowell hot spot

by Jason Pafundi March 21, 2017March 22, 2017

Gov. Paul LePage will pour drinks for about 90 minutes, a Quarry co-owner said, and a portion of the proceeds will go to the Travis Mills Foundation.

Maine, News

Gardiner residents can speak out this week about upcoming bridge projects

by Jessica Lowell March 21, 2017March 21, 2017

On Thursday, state transportation officials plan to listen to concerns and gather local information on the planned reconstruction of the Bridge Street and Maine Avenue bridges.