One article related to marijuana permit and license fees was postponed indefinitely during the May 11 town meeting.
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Sen. King talks sense on billion-dollar ballroom | Letter
I want to thank Sen. Angus King for reminding Mainers and all Americans that the White House is the “people’s house,” not Donald Trump’s personal property. Trump thinks and feels that he owns and is entitled to anything and everything he wants. It is a sad commentary on Sen. Susan Collins that she refuses to […]
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Farmington revokes cannabis license for empty storefront
The select board voted May 12 to revoke the license for 407 Wilton Road after a public hearing over whether the license remained valid under local and state rules.
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Why is Amazon so interested in Maine?
In Caribou, Hermon, Waterville and Gorham, the online megaretailer’s last-mile delivery strategy is making headway and stirring controversy.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
How a data center derailed $240k for affordable housing in rural Maine
In the Midcoast, nearly a quarter of a million dollars in federal money earmarked for housing was rescinded from a small town after local officials sought to use the funds for a data center.
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Wise, kind Nirav Shah for governor | Letter
Nirav Shah is my — and, hopefully, a majority of Maine voters’ — top choice to serve as our next governor. It turns out that Shah is much more than one with a calm voice who can simplify the complicated and make Maine and Mainers national leaders on medical issues. Shah is not only a […]
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Life & Culture, Maine
A beach and a book: the ultimate Maine summer pairing
Indulge in summer’s greatest leisure with an upgraded to-be-read stack.
Posted inCommunity, Food & Dining, Life & Culture, News
Bethel turns out for culinary student on the rise
Henry Perks, 16, cooked a gourmet French meal for diners at Watershed Wood-Fired Kitchen, raising money for a summer course at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris.
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Maine art galleries showcase dozens of artists in summer shows
The state’s galleries will include the work of established artists as well as up-and-comers.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Shenna Bellows is the breath of fresh air we badly need | Opinion
If you’re at your wit’s end with the current political climate, find a location where Bellows is going to speak and get yourself there.