The governor’s latest claims are called into question following his appearance on Bangor radio.
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Russia, Turkey, Iran try to broker Syria accord
The three nations say they are ready to act as guarantors of a cease-fire deal that would also allow the deliveries of humanitarian assistance and free travel of civilians.
Russia, Turkey to work together in probe of ambassador’s assassination
So far, there is no evidence that the gunman who killed the Russian diplomat was linked to any groups.
Digital advertisers lose hundreds of millions of dollars to online trickery
The massive scam by a Russian criminal group also cheats media companies out of major potential revenue, and the fraud is continuing.
Off the clock: Online retailers courting last-minute shoppers
As more and more people shop online, firms push discounts or even same-day delivery for the real procrastinators.
Volkswagen to pay $1 billion in deal with 3-liter diesel car owners
A quarter of the 80,000 owners will be offered a buy-back as part of another repercussion of the German automaker’s emissions scandal.
LePage declares emergency to keep oil trucks rolling
The proclamation is designed to enable a waiver that allows delivery personnel to stay on the road longer.
Lewiston man gets 45 years for killing pregnant ex-girlfriend
Evaristo De Deus pleaded guilty to intentionally striking Laudrinha Kubeloso from behind with an SUV, then driving away, in September 2014.
Maine Technology Institute awards $1.2 million to assist business clusters
The award is directed at the state’s food and composites clusters, and it leveraged $1.4 million in matching private money.
Three Maine companies win governor’s excellence awards
Geaghan’s Pub and Craft Brewery of Bangor, Systems Engineering of Portland, and Landry/French Construction Co. of Scarborough are honored.