Stephen Mardigan, 62, delivers a tearful statement during his sentencing hearing and describes his addiction to gambling in a letter to the judge.
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Government shutdown a stinging blow to Maine’s craft breweries
The federal bureau that approves company expansions and beer labels for out-of-state sales has been closed since Dec. 22, preventing breweries from introducing new releases outside Maine.
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Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, News
As Children’s Museum & Theatre prepares to relocate, its longtime director retires
Suzanne Olson will leave the museum she has directed for 19 years in June.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Portland council grants Luke’s Lobster a liquor license despite complaints about process
Several residents of Portland Pier are upset that they weren’t notified about the nearby project, which includes a restaurant that’s expected to open around Memorial Day.
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Portland hearing will focus on proposal to require paid sick leave
A City Council subcommittee will gather public feedback Tuesday.
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Shutdown interrupts key training for Maine air traffic controllers
Some controllers who work in Portland and Bangor were sent back from advanced training on radar operations, and it’s uncertain whether they will be able to complete it.
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South Portland forming municipal coalition to back pro-solar legislation, energy-saving construction
The coalition would push for an overhaul of ‘outdated energy policies at the state level that have not kept pace with progress’ when it comes to practices that reduce energy costs and carbon emissions.
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Bill seeks to reduce state reliance on Long Creek Youth Development Center
Legislator Michael Brennan is calling for a task force to offer practices that phase out the need for the youth incarceration facility in South Portland.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, News
Two Maine schoolgirls got Mills inauguration crowd fired up
The fifth-graders from Reiche Elementary School in Portland made headlines last week for their performance of ‘Girl on Fire.’
Posted inFood & Dining
New year, new resolutions from food lovers
What are Mainers resolving to do on the subjects of food and drink in 2019? We asked a range of hobbyists and professionals.