The legislation generated intense debate across the industry from those who will be footing the bill.
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Maine beach water ranked among worst
A report released ahead of the July 4 tourist rush puts Maine low on the list of 30 coastal states.
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Community consensus: LePage’s comments ‘disappointing’
Both supporters and opponents of Gov. Paul LePage’s reacted this week to his comments regarding Democratic Sen. Troy Jackson, including an off-color remark about “Vaseline.”
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In quest for security, many sense Big Brother
Mainers worry that a true sense of privacy could become a casualty in a world that’s increasingly intrusive.
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Tighter mining regulations for Maine get preliminary OK
A legislative committee wants environmental protections that the industry deems excessive.
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Lobster promotion fees debated at State House
Augusta may allocate another $1 million for the ad effort.
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Maine legislators turn down a ban on tar sands
Committee members instead endorse a bill that would require more study of issues related to the fuel.
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Climate change expected to impact Maine’s forests
Experts are predicting that climate change will have an impact on Maine’s forests, and therefore much of its industry.
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Sides clash on tar sands oil moratorium
Environmental groups want time to study the risks, but the industry says the bill’s effects would be harmful.
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Regulators to hear comments today on eel management plan
Proposed changes include increased monitoring and methods to improve habitat.