Members of the Maine Charter School Commission press the board to explain how the firing of the school’s founder might affect the school’s financial standing, academic plan and possible enrollment.
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A trip into hostile budget territory, and two bills that may be a stretch
It’s been several years since the Legislature’s budget-writing committee held a public hearing outside of the State House. When that happened, lawmakers simply moved the proceedings across town to the Augusta Civic Center. On Monday, the committee will go a bit farther — about 80 miles north to Brewer. Distance isn’t the only difference between […]
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Maine panel: Raise minimum wage to $8 in 2014
But the 8-5 vote engineered by Democrats will face a challenge in the Legislature and could be vetoed by Gov. Paul LePage.
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Upfront fee urged for Maine state liquor deal
Democrat Seth Goodall says his bill is the best way to repay hospitals.
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East-west highway foes pursue access to information
Much of a hearing on confidentiality also serves as a forum for criticisms of the proposed $2 billion project.
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Bill Nemitz: Looks like LePage is awakening
Dear Governor: You’ve transformed into a perfectly rational human being. I don’t know what happened, but it’s nice to have you aboard.
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Pingree backs bill legalizing marijuana
The measure would control the drug at the federal level similar to the way alcohol is regulated.
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Panel tables bill to make Maine gun data private
Republicans criticize the delay, but the committee chair says it’s needed to consider a proposed compromise.
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Income tax bill targets wealthiest in Maine
Rep. Seth Berry calls for a ‘fairness’ tax on some high earners to align their rate with what most Mainers pay.
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Maine panel rejects six of nine sign requests
Legislators table two others, including a name change for Big Moose Mountain, and amend one.