Other states have struggled to license enough, resulting in long delays, supply shortfalls and testing waivers
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
New law and Gov. Mills’ energy goals set off solar-farm land rush
Now that friendly policies are in place, developers are jockeying for access to Maine’s grid to build community solar projects.
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Posted inElections, Local & State, News, Politics
Outside group spends big on media blitz to support Sen. Collins’ campaign
The campaign by 1820 PAC is the latest effort by independent groups – many funded by secretive ‘dark money’ – to flood Maine with ads in the 2020 U.S. Senate race.
Posted inElections, Lewiston-Auburn, Local & State, Politics
Eric Brakey takes aim at Golden’s 2nd District congressional seat
A Republican hopeful from Auburn formally declares his intention to win a U.S. House seat so he can take on what he views as an overreaching federal government.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
CMP transmission line faces critical vote by state land-use panel
The Land Use Planning Commission is set to discuss and possibly vote on whether the $1 billion project meets state zoning standards.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Sen. Collins criticizes ‘dark money’ in political campaigns
But critics point to the Maine Republican’s vote against a bill that would have provided some transparency.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics, Uncategorized
Sanders talks ‘political revolution’ at Portland campaign stop
The Vermont senator takes jabs at President Trump and discusses his plans for providing health care for all, addressing climate change and implementing stricter gun laws.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Broadband advocates hope for another chance at state bonding
Supporters of public funding for high-speed internet are disappointed, but not deterred, by the failure of a $15 million bond this legislative session.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Gideon campaign says error led to campaign finance violation
The Democrat’s campaign manager blames ‘incorrect guidance on how to process’ contributions.
Posted inGreg Kesich, Opinion
The View From Here: Hard to believe, but Sen. Collins is underwater
Her vote to confirm Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh is cited most often as the reason for the change in the public’s view of her.