The co-chairmen of two legislative committees say they don’t think the 145-mile transmission line proposed by CMP would benefit Maine.
New England
Mass. police shoot boa constrictor that fatally crushed puppy
A pet sitter called police after the snake slithered from its tank and wound itself around an 8-month old puppy.
Some U.S. senators want proof that Canada saves whales
Canada, for its part, recently introduced new protection measures, such as fishing gear reductions, a government agency spokesman says.
Democrat ends bid to challenge Massachusetts governor
Setti Warren, one of just three Democrats seeking nomination, cites difficulty raising campaign money.
Proponents of paid leave make last push in N.H.
Emotional appeals notwithstanding, the bill faces opposition from the Senate and governor.
Seven governors announce regional gun violence consortium
Six East Coast states and Puerto Rico aim to make progress on gun control policy where the federal government has faltered.
Loser of eminent domain case now seeks victory at box office
‘Little Pink House’ tells how Susette Kelo had her property seized by a Connecticut city.
Mom protests preschool’s ban on term ‘best friend’
She says children should be allowed to speak from their heart.
Oceanographers in New England ask for new research vessel
The University of Maine and Bigelow Laboratories are among the associate members of the consortium.
Sportsmen’s club files lawsuit over Vermont gun restrictions
The group says high-capacity magazines are often used for competitive sport shooting.