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Maine governor eager to air concerns with premier in wake of Quebec-NB power deal
Maine's governor is worried about the proposed mega sale of NB Power to Hydro-Quebec and is eager to voice his concerns to Quebec Premier Jean Charest.
Brunswick Democrat to enter Maine governor's race
Brunswick Democrat and Maine Economic and Community Development Commissioner John Richardson is going to run for governor.
Governor Baldacci Orders Immediate Spending Reductions
AUGUSTA – Governor John E. Baldacci today issued an executive order directing State agencies to cut the rate of spending in the current fiscal year by $63.1 million.
Maine Governor Orders $63M In Department Cutbacks
Share + Nov 20, 2009 11:12 am US/Eastern GLENN ADAMS, Associated Press Writer AUGUSTA, Maine Gov.
Governor Baldacci Ordering Cutbacks
With a $300-to-$400 million budget hole looming, Gov. John Baldacci is planning to order Maine state departments to curtail spending.
Maine to Apply for Race to the Top Funds
AUGUSTA – Governor John Baldacci announced today that Maine will apply to the U.S. Department of Education for Race to the Top funds during the second phase of the application process next spring.
Maine appoints economic development chief
Maine's economic development department has a new acting commissioner to take the place of John Richardson, who's resigned to seek the Democratic nomination for governor.
Despite Maine defeat, a good year for gay elections
Voters in Maine rejected new marriage rights for same-sex couples 53 percent to 47 percent.
Shortfall Continues To Increase
Maine state government's revenue shortfall keeps getting bigger. Revenues continue to fall below projections, with the state now looking at a possible $300 million to $400 million shortfall for the current two-year budget.
Field is crowded field in Maine gov's race
John Baldacci next year. The crowded mix of candidates includes seasoned State House insiders, business leaders who've been hitting the pavement hard for months, and candidates to match every ideological stripe.
Governor Baldacci Gives Motivational Address to Jobs for Maine's Graduates Students...
Governor John Baldacci spoke to students enrolled in the Jobs for Maine's Graduates program at Portland High School Tuesday evening.
Governor Salutes Retired Army Nurse 40min
A retired Army nurse was saluted by Gov. John Baldacci as the nation honored its veterans.
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Lawmakers defy church pressure on DC gay marriage
Will Washington state extend or roll back the civil rights of same-sex partners that were granted by the Legislature this year? That is the question Referendum 71 will ask voters in the Nov.
Guard still planning low-level flights over Maine:
Over the governor's objections, the Massachusetts Air National Guard is moving forward with a proposal that would double the amount airspace in which screeching F-15 and F-16 fighter jets could conduct low-level training over western Maine.
Maine Revenues Keep Falling Short Of Projections
Share + Nov 13, 2009 12:05 pm US/Eastern Maine revenues continue to fall far short of projections, with the shortfall now estimated at $300 million to $400 million for the state's current two-year budget.
Brewer Discussing Regulating New Marijuana Laws
The city of Brewer is discussing how it will regulate medical marijuana distribution centers.
New England Guvs -- Historical Sweep?
According to my extensive research -- OK, scrolling through Wikipedia, mostly -- I believe this would be the first time that has happened ever , in the 200+ years of the party .
American and Maine flags are flying at half-staff in memory of the victims of last week's shootings at Fort Hood, Texas.
Old Town Canoe Celebrates Expansion
OLD TOWN – Governor John E. Baldacci congratulated local officials, the employees of Old Town Canoe and officials from the parent company Johnson Outdoors Inc.
Group takes stand against wind a
While government, private and educational entities work in earnest to bring large-scale wind turbines to Maine, a newly formed group of concerned residents says the promises being made to Maine people are too good to be true.
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