He plans to leave Saturday for a week-long family vacation in Jamaica, but will be available if needed.
Susan M. Cover
Defenders insisting on return of Maine labor mural
One critic says removal of the artwork breached the artist contract, and another wants to know where it is.
LePage heading for vacation in Jamaica
No staff will be traveling with the governor or his wife.
Poliquin: A man on a mission
New State Treasurer Bruce Poliquin is talking directly to the people of Maine about the state’s pension debt.
Maine official: Don’t worry about using website
Secretary of State Charlie Summers says “there has been no breach of maine.gov”
LePage to Department of Labor:Lobby mural must go
Coaxed by ‘A Secret Admirer,’ the governor orders the removal of artwork depicting the state’s labor history – and finds himself again at the center of controversy.
300 protest bills to limit mandatory union dues
At issue are two bills that seek to prohibit employers from deducting fees from nonunion workers represented by collective bargaining agreements.
Maine state workers battle pay squeeze
Proposed freezes on merit and longevity pay are especially unfair when added to bigger retirement payments, they tell lawmakers.
Hearing to focus on state worker pay freeze
Lawmakers also will hear more about a proposed streamlining task force that would be required to find $25 million in budget savings.
A Maine ‘treasure’ puts face on budget
The finance commissioner is considered a dedicated public servant who stays true to his rural roots.