AUGUSTA — An environmental group accused the LePage administration Monday of ignoring deadlines in two laws aimed at curbing the use of dangerous chemicals because it disagrees with the laws.

AUGUSTA — Contract negotiations between Gov. Paul LePage’s administration and Maine’s largest public-sector union broke down late Thursday night, say representatives on both sides, who have differing accounts of exactly what happened.

AUGUSTA — Contract negotiations between Gov. Paul LePage’s administration and Maine’s largest public-sector union broke down late Thursday night, say representatives on both sides, who have differing accounts of exactly what happened.

AUGUSTA — After hours of sifting through testimony and crafting language, a legislative committee this week is expected to vote on L.D. 1, a regulatory reform package that traveled a lengthy road from its controversial origins.

During a 30-minute press conference at the Blaine House last week, Gov. Paul LePage defended his administration, chastised the Legislature and, once again, brought up his relationship with the press.

AUGUSTA — Concealed-weapon permit holders could carry guns into the State House, the connected Cross Building and nearby parking lots under a bill endorsed by a legislative panel on Friday.

AUGUSTA — Concealed-weapon permit holders could carry guns into the State House, the connected Cross Building and nearby parking lots, under a bill endorsed by a legislative panel on Friday.

AUGUSTA — Gov. Paul LePage responded Thursday to partisan criticisms of his first 100 days in office, blaming his lack of recent accomplishments on the slow pace of the Republican-controlled Legislature.

AUGUSTA — Gov. Paul LePage responded Thursday to partisan criticisms of his first 100 days in office, blaming his lack of recent accomplishments on the slow pace of the Republican-controlled Legislature.

AUGUSTA — Firefighters, police officers and other first responders turned out for a public hearing Wednesday to oppose a bill that would curb eligibility for permanent coverage for mental illnesses under Maine workers’ compensation law.