The Senate voted 18-16 to approve the budget, which includes $300 ‘affordability checks’ for eligible residents, a new income tax surcharge for millionaires and a ban on cellphones in schools.
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Augusta walkers have a little spring in their step
People stroll in Capital Park on Wednesday.
Posted inBusiness, Community, News
Affordable housing developer proposes 10-unit project in Skowhegan
Portland-based Community Housing of Maine says it was drawn to the town in part because of ongoing economic revitalization efforts.
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Maine’s plain license plate has gained a following | Column
One in 8 drivers have opted out of the new pine tree design.
Posted inCommunity, Maine Crime, News
911 transcripts detail hectic moments after Carrabassett Valley man allegedly shot his girlfriend
Calls that Austin Doucette made to 911 on the night of Makayla DeSantis’ death indicate that he tried to drive her to a hospital until a dispatcher told him to pull over and focus on stemming her bleeding.
Posted inCommunity, News
Oakland proposes $8.85M municipal budget amid growing pains
As demand for services increase, town officials attempt to stabilize taxes.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Health, News
Portland Museum of Art finalizes purchase of MaineHealth office building
The museum plans to move administrative offices to the building on Free Street, freeing up space for more galleries.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Nation & World, News
With Iran ceasefire, when will Maine gas prices drop?
Analysts say slightly lower gas prices could be around the corner, but it’s not clear whether the declines — or the ceasefire — will last.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Matt Dunlap pokes fun at Paul LePage’s Florida ties in online game
In the ‘Where in the World is Paul LePage’ game, the answer is always Florida.