Some types used by a Maine dispensary operation seem safe – but when smoked, the risk is unclear, officials say.
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Bill to sell Blaine House receives bipartisan scorn, rejection
A Portland representative’s proposal to sell the house Gov. Paul LePage lives in to help pay for a tax-cut package the governor championed in 2011 was voted down – unanimously and quickly – by a legislative committee Monday.
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State: Marijuana supplier used pesticides, violated rules
Wellness Connection, which operates four of Maine’s eight medical marijuana dispensaries, will be allowed to continue operating under conditions laid out in a consent decree.
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Panel urged to extend aviation tax break
The industry says the exemption, which reduces state revenue, has helped grow businesses and jobs.
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Maine panel: Raise minimum wage to $8 in 2014
But the 8-5 vote engineered by Democrats will face a challenge in the Legislature and could be vetoed by Gov. Paul LePage.
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East-west highway foes pursue access to information
Much of a hearing on confidentiality also serves as a forum for criticisms of the proposed $2 billion project.
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Panel tables bill to make Maine gun data private
Republicans criticize the delay, but the committee chair says it’s needed to consider a proposed compromise.
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LePage’s teacher retirement proposal draws fire
School districts say paying part of the costs will force them to lay off staff and cut other services.
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Maine seeks to change law on youth sexting
The measure aims to punish minors short of treating them as sexual predators or criminals.
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Out with laptops, in with iPads? Maine schools mull switch
The iPads are cheaper, but some have concerns about functionality issues, including the difficulty of writing at length using touch screens.