Dozens of people crowd a hearing on new rules that the Legislature is considering to encourage homeowner use of solar power.
May 2017
Posted inMaine, News
Portland launches program to employ panhandlers
The Portland Opportunity Crew, overseen by the city’s social services division, began Thursday with four people enrolled.
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Posted inPolitics
Senate sends bipartisan spending bill to Trump
The bill would fund the government through September but puts off fights over a border wall and huge military buildup.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, News
Turbulent drama about cultural identity opens Friday at Portland Stage
The theater company gives the audience time to talk about difficult issues raised in the Pulitzer Prize-winning ‘Disgraced.’
Posted inNation & World
Do you have a pre-existing condition?
Under the House-passed bill, a patient with diabetes, heart disease or cancer might still be ‘guaranteed’ coverage, but only if he or she agreed to pay 5 or 10 times as much for a health plan.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Lewiston sweep nets 14 on drug, various other charges
The operation results in two arrests on felony drug counts, along with a dozen arrests for charges including outstanding warrants.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Wex Inc. may relocate its headquarters to Portland waterfront
The growing company wants to build offices across from Ocean Gateway and employ up to 650 there while retaining a strong presence in South Portland.
Posted inMaine, News
Motorcyclist injured in collision with car in downtown Waterville
A driver trying to change lanes Thursday afternoon on Main Street apparently did not see the motorcyclist behind the car.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Lawsuits filed without help of Maine’s attorney general cost state $385,000
Gov. LePage is now suing Janet Mills’ office, asking that it be forced to pay fees for outside counsel when she declines to represent him.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Westbrook brothers plead not guilty to welfare fraud
They are accused of using a Portland grocery store owned by the older brother to defraud the government in a cash-back scheme involving welfare benefits.