He answers questions before a crowd of about 300 as his reform road show makes a stop in Westbrook.

Operators with high-value property worry they may have to close or cut back if the idea is approved, citing tight finances.

Maine’s governor and leaders in other states appear to be following a similar playbook: End the income tax, increase other levies and the economy will boom.

In his State of the State address to legislators, he seeks allies in making ‘hard decisions’ on his budget and tax ideas to benefit Mainers.

Richard Rosen of Bucksport receives a unanimous confirmation vote to become Maine’s finance commissioner.

They want other income options so Gov. LePage’s plan won’t raise property taxes, amid strains in the state-municipal relationship.

Richard Rosen since May has been acting commissioner of a department that plays a key role in drafting the governor’s proposed budget.