He makes the comments – some of which rewrote history – while wading into the issue of inaugural boycotts, and advises Rep. Chellie Pingree to resign if she won’t attend.
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Trump pledge to save coal plants could benefit Maine wood pellet industry
Environmental advocates are pushing back, but William Strauss of Bethel, a global expert on biofuels, says mixing wood pellets with coal can save jobs and improve air quality.
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Special home for moderately disabled on track for duplication in South Portland
Modeled after unusual housing projects in the Boston area, the condo-like rooming house offers independence and long-term security to residents and gives their families peace of mind.
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Rep. Pingree joins Democratic boycott of Donald Trump’s inauguration
Maine’s three other members of Congress are expected to attend, but Pingree says she is standing in solidarity with Rep. John Lewis, the civil rights icon who clashed with the president-elect.
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Boy, 4, dies day after crash that killed his grandfather
A family friend says Gavin Brackley died Saturday and his organs were donated to help others.
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Idea to allow noncitizen immigrants to vote in Portland faces hurdles
It needs support from city residents and possibly state legislators, and a similar initiative failed locally in 2010, but Mayor Strimling hopes times have changed.
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For 100-year-old founder of Cross Insurance, success story is a classic
Woodrow Cross built his business into one of New England’s largest insurers – and a partner of the Red Sox, Patriots and Bruins – while also being a major community supporter.
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Mainers gear up for Women’s March on Washington
Organizers estimate 4,000 Mainers will travel to the protest, which will be held the day after Donald Trump’s inauguration as president.
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Thornton’s Michael Laverriere wins 46th Fitzpatrick Trophy
The annual award goes to the top high school senior in Maine football.
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Devin Powell’s big break puts him in UFC’s big-time cage tonight
South Berwick native will make his debut in the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization on Sunday.