The new federal report shows action is needed. Carbon fee and dividend is the way to go.
2018
Posted inOp-Eds
Maine Compass: Bad policy denies vital resource to those struggling with drugs
A crackdown on a Lewiston syringe exchange effort also needlessly pits public health against law enforcement.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Police break up meth lab in Bucksport
They arrest 49-year-old Adam Staples Tuesday night after dismantling the 50th methamphetamine production facility found in the state this year.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
Men’s basketball: UMaine still winless after losing to Princeton, 73-59
The Black Bears drop to 0-7 under their new coach, Richard Barron, after losing their home opener.
Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
Trump: Manafort pardon ‘not off the table’
A top Democrat says a Trump pardon of his former campaign chairman would be an ‘unacceptable abuse of power.’
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Scarborough approves tax deal for developers to build new downtown at the Downs
The local developers would be reimbursed as much as $81 million in property taxes to help pay for roads and other infrastructure.
Posted inNation & World, Schools and Education
Ban on ‘helicopter moms’ at school lunchrooms roils Connecticut town
While some parents said it was time to stop a disruptive practice, others have protested that the change has deprived them of cherished time to check in on their children.
Posted inNation & World, News
Media foundation likely to favor government in Hungary
It is taking ownership of a wide swath of the country’s right-wing news outlets.
Posted inLife & Culture, Nation & World
Younger school entry could set stage for ADHD diagnosis
Researchers find the rate of diagnosis is a third higher in August-born kids than in September-born kids.