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Senate Democratic Leader Promotes Measures to Strengthen Maine’s Economy

Posted: January 21, 2012

Two bills focus on economic development and job creation AUGUSTA – As part of a larger plan by the Senate Democrats to bolster Maine’s economy,...

Weekly Radio Address: Sen. John Patrick

Weekly Radio Address: Sen. John Patrick

Posted: January 20, 2012

Weekly Radio Address: Sen. John Patrick Good Morning. This is state Senator John Patrick of Rumford.   Today marks the second...

ALFOND RESPONDS TO GOVERNOR'S OVERREACH

Posted: January 20, 2012

Augusta—Assistant Democratic Leader Senator Justin Alfond issued the following statement in response to Governor LePage's comment to close schools...

Fines dropped against two logging firms, prompting appeal

Posted: January 20, 2012

By Kevin Miller, BDN Staff Posted Jan. 19, 2012, at 8:11 p.m. AUGUSTA, Maine — Two Aroostook County lawmakers are appealing a decision by...

Seacoast Online | Former MTA boss plans guilty plea, prison time

Posted: January 20, 2012

Source: Seacoast Online, January 20, 2012   Former Maine Turnpike Authority Executive Director Paul Violette was charged Thursday with felony...

Security entrance opened at Capitol

Posted: January 19, 2012

Security entrance opened at Capitol But the screening units draw criticism because it's felt they lead to a false sense of security, and other areas...

GOVERNOR'S BUDGET DOESN'T ADD UP

Posted: January 19, 2012

Despite independent analysis Governor continues PR campaign distorting facts Augusta—A letter from the nonpartisan Office of Fiscal and Program...

Get the Facts on the DHHS Shortfall

Posted: January 18, 2012

DHHS Shortfall Myths and Facts MYTH: The projected $220 million shortfall was caused by a growth in enrollment. FACT: According to the Department of...

Senator Gerzofksy: Creating Economic Opportunity

Posted: January 16, 2012

Last year, I sponsored legislation to provide a sales tax exemption for non-profit performing arts organizations. The bill, An Act to Provide a Sales...

Weekly Radio Address: Rep. Cain on the budget shortfall

Posted: January 13, 2012

Weekly Radio Address: Rep. Cain Good Morning. I am State Representative Emily Ann Cain, the House Democratic Leader.   Thank you for...