The recount could take weeks, and foes of the Oxford facility have a lot of ground to make up.
Tom Bell
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Gov.-elect Paul LePage asks Maine businesses to help him reduce rules
Maine Gov.-elect Paul LePage is asking businesses and industry groups to help him reduce regulations that they believe hinder economic development.
He began this effort Tuesday in an unprecedented meeting at the Augusta Civic Center, where he asked about 100 businesspeople for their ideas – and political support when he presents a package of regulatory reform bills to the Legislature.
“What can we do to assist you to provide better jobs in Maine?” LePage asked the crowd.
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Maine facing health care shift after Dirigo
Some businesses may kill their own plans as federal exchanges are put in place, a top Baldacci aide says.
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Portland’s clout has suddenly run out
The GOP’s dominance in state government has diminished the influence of Maine’s largest city, where no delegate is Republican.
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Board oversight of Oxford casino to cost a bundle
The state expects to pay $1.5 million in setup costs and says annual expenses will exceed fees.
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Rebuilding the Sanctuary on Munjoy Hill
The Friends of St. Lawrence Church have a daunting goal – to bring a landmark back to the community
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Is winning an election enough?
Some say Maine should adopt an ‘instant runoff’ system that better represents voters’ preferences.
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LePage has tough act to follow as he faces tight budget
John Baldacci has steered Maine through two recessions; Paul LePage might cut health care.
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Challenges to casino looking like safe bet
Black Bear Entertainment hopes to pick an Oxford site soon and start building next summer.
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Gracious Cutler concedes after running out of time
His late surge falls too far short to justify a recount, but he claims victory for overcoming negative ads.