The disclosure highlights the differences among U.S. Senate candidates on stock trading by sitting members of Congress.
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Maine municipal and press associations reach compromise on publishing public notices
A bill, as initially proposed, would have allowed towns to post notices about upcoming meetings on their websites instead of in newspapers.
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Why Maine politicians could give themselves money for personal security
The shootings of elected officials and political figures around the country serve as the backdrop to 2 new proposals from Democrats.
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Maine could finally require mold, chemical testing for medical cannabis
The proposal to hold the state’s medical market to the same safety standards as its recreational counterpart reflects a reckoning for the industry, and the bill still faces significant opposition from the industry.
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How the Homeland Security shutdown affects Maine’s airports and federal workers
As Congress deliberates, Maine and its federal Department of Homeland Security workforce are facing consequences.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, Nation & World, News, Politics
Late Rev. Jesse Jackson came to Maine for presidential campaign, conference
The civil rights leader, who visited Portland and Orono, died Tuesday.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Governor candidates Troy Jackson, Bobby Charles will debate Wednesday in Auburn
The debate will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch on Feb. 25.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Sen. Collins supports voter ID requirements approved by US House
The SAVE America Act would require people to provide proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote, and a photo ID to cast ballots, in federal races.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
In Maine’s Democratic Senate primary, the candidates’ styles couldn’t be more different
Last week, Graham Platner crowd-surfed at a Dropkick Murphys show, while Gov. Janet Mills cut ribbon and met quietly with local business owners.
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Maine Gov. Janet Mills will go to the White House after Trump reversal
It will be the first meeting between the two since their viral clash last year over transgender athletes.