Author: The Maine Polis
No Republicans are running for Maine attorney general
November 24, 2018
Republicans don’t plan to offer up a candidate for Maine’s top law enforcement official, which leaves Democrats enjoying newfound control over the Statehouse to duke it out behind closed doors in the nation’s only attorney general race decided by lawmakers…
Mills administration: Energy policy to change ‘180 degrees’
“From warming seas and rising ocean waters to an increase in the tick population, climate change is hammering our state and will have a significant impact on our economy,” said Gov.-elect Janet Mills…
With Maine opting for ranked-choice voting, is Minnesota and others to follow?
Nov 26, 2018
How often does it come down to a choice weighed “between the lesser of two evils” in American politics?…
What’s next for Medicaid expansion as Maine’s transition of power looms
November 26, 2018
Gov. Paul LePage will continue his fight against Medicaid expansion after a judge ordered him last week to implement the voter-approved program and it could last virtually until Attorney General Janet Mills assumes his office on Jan. 2.
One year after becoming law, food sovereignty in Maine has taken hold
November 26, 2018
Since becoming law a year ago, the number of Maine towns and small communities with a food sovereignty ordinance has grown to more than 40…The legislation allows municipalities to regulate local food systems, including production, processing, consumption and direct producer-to-consumer exchanges.
Poliquin calls for recount in 2nd Congressional District election
November 26, 2018
After his historic loss in a ranked-choice count earlier this month, U.S. Rep. Bruce Poliquin of Maine’s 2nd Congressional District has asked for the state’s first recount using the new method…
Poliquin seeks recount in Maine’s 2nd District race
November 26, 2018
Republican U.S. Rep. Bruce Poliquin asked Monday for a recount in the 2nd Congressional District race he lost narrowly to Jared Golden, the Lewiston Democrat
Farmington planners approve solar project
The Planning Board granted five permits Tuesday to the company proposing a 490-acre, 77-megawatt solar project off U.S. Route 2, clearing one of the last major hurdles before construction of the project can begin.
Commercial fishermen oppose proposed oyster farm in Brunswick
Pingree to LePage: Drop Lawsuit Revoking Patient Pre-Existing Condition Protections
Nov 1, 2018
This week, Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-Maine) led 45 Members of Congress in writing to Governor Paul LePage and urging him to drop his support for Texas, et al v. U.S., et al.
Prime South Portland waterfront site sold to local developer
November 20, 2018
Ownership of a 30-acre prime waterfront property next to South Portland’s Bug Light Park has passed from one local family of developers to another. The property is considered significant for its history, size and development potential.
5 are vying for post of attorney general in Maine
November 18, 2018
Five people are interested in succeeding Janet Mills as Maine’s attorney general now that she’s been elected governor.
Bangor schools buck trend as Maine test scores stagnate
November 19, 2018
Bangor students’ performance on the state’s standardized English and math tests has been trending up over the last three years as student scores statewide have generally stagnated.
State of Working Maine 2018’ examines job quality, offers solutions to make good jobs the norm
November 15, 2018
State of Working Maine 2018, a new report by the Maine Center for Economic Policy, examines the quality of jobs in Maine and offers policy prescriptions to assure that a rising economic tide truly lifts all boats.
Regulators Grant Permit For Proposed On-Shore Salmon Farm In Bucksport
Nov 23, 2018
State regulators have issued a wastewater discharge permit for an on-shore salmon farm proposed for the old Verso Mill site in Bucksport. The company, Whole Oceans, eventually hopes to raise 44-million tons of salmon per year.
King Says Bill Protecting Mueller Investigation Is Top Priority
Nov 21, 2018
Maine Senator Angus King says his top priority when Congress gets back to work next week is to pass legislation protecting the investigation of special prosecutor Robert Mueller.
Portland-Based Fishermen Launch Campaign Opposing Waterfront Development Plan
Nov 21, 2018
The loose coalition of fishermen, advocacy groups, marine and non-marine businesses is seeking a referendum that would toughen up use and development restrictions on and near the wharves of Portland’s downtown Commercial street.
Standardized tests useful, but just another measure of progress, says administrator
November 23, 2018
The Maine Department of Education recently released the 2017-2018 results from the Maine Education Assessment in math, English language arts and science…
DOT, County officials explore local public transit issues
November 23, 2018
Maine Department of Transportation officials met with representatives from a variety of County agencies on Monday to discuss issues with the northern Maine public transit system and determine which aspects of the program should be prioritized moving forward.
A judge ordered LePage to expand Medicaid. He plans to keep fighting it
November 21, 2018
A judge ordered Gov. Paul LePage’s administration on Wednesday to implement voter-approved Medicaid expansion…