The governor will tour Phantom Fireworks with the state fire marshal and discuss fireworks safety
Steve Mistler
Investment in lobbying not surefire in Maine
If lobbying correlates with influence, then the Maine Association of Substance Abuse Programs should have had its way with the 125th Legislature.
Some recent initiatives drew intense lobbying
Buried within the lobbyist compensation report for the 125th Legislature are data that illustrate some of the most intensely lobbied — and contentious — policy initiatives of the session.
Brunswick lawmaker abandons re-election bid
The Brunswick state lawmaker who had been embroiled in a high-profile controversy with another legislator is abandoning his re-election bid.
Cornell du Houx won’t seek re-election
The Brunswick Democrat says he is withdrawing from his state House race because he’s been called to active duty in the U.S. Navy Reserves.
Dutson to become Summers’ Senate campaign manager
Lance Dutson will leave his job as director of the Maine Heritage Policy Center effective today.
CEO of conservative advocacy group joins Summers campaign
Lance Dutson, CEO of Maine Heritage Policy Center, will manage Summers’ bid for U.S. Senate
Barney Frank to aid same-sex marriage drive
In about two weeks, retiring congressman and leading gay-rights activist Barney Frank will marry his partner, Jim Ready of Ogunquit, in a private ceremony in Newton, Mass.
Barney Frank plans role in Maine marriage campaign
Proponents say the outspoken Massachusetts congressman, who’s about to wed an Ogunquit man, will most likely play a behind-the-scenes part.
Barney Frank to aid drive to legalize gay marriage in Maine
In about two weeks, retiring congressman and leading gay-rights activist Barney Frank will marry his partner, Jim Ready of Ogunquit, in a private ceremony in Newton, Mass.