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Maine "Queer" Boys' Workshop Canceled
AUGUSTA -- Boys to Men Director Gregory cites "lack of interest" for homosexual youth class.
May 14, 2008 - 11:44:47 AM
State
Free Course Teaches Basics of Buying a Home
BANGOR -- MaineStream Finance is offering a free 12-hour certified training course that helps potential home buyers make prudent home purchasing decisions. Classes will be held May 12, 13, 14 and 15, 5:30 to 8:30 pm, at Penquis, 262 Harlow Street, Bangor. Participants must attend all classes.
Apr 22, 2008 - 12:03:11 PM
State
Sign-Up For Dairy Disaster Assistance Program Ends May 5th
BANGOR -- Laura Rand, Executive Director for USDA’s Farm Service Agency in Penobscot and Hancock counties today reminded eligible dairy producers who suffered production losses in 2005, 2006 or 2007 that they have until May 5, 2008 to apply to receive benefits under the Dairy Disaster Assistance Program III (DDAP-III) by visiting their local USDA Service Centers or FSA County Office.
Apr 12, 2008 - 10:46:15 PM
State
MCLU Seeks Public Records on REAL ID Waiver
PORTLAND -- Yesterday, the Maine Civil Liberties Union Foundation filed a public records request with the Office of Governor John E. Baldacci for records relating to the debate over REAL ID. After more than a week of back and forth between the Governor's Office and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the two parties announced yesterday that Maine was granted a waiver in exchange for promises by the Governor to propose changes to Maine driver license law. Just last year, Governor Baldacci signed into law a statute prohibiting Maine's participation Real ID.
Apr 4, 2008 - 10:27:21 AM
State
DHS/Baldacci Deal Threatens Mainers’ Privacy
Yesterday, the US Department of Homeland Security issued a waiver of its REAL ID implementation deadline to Maine, despite the fact that REAL ID implementation is still against the law in Maine. The waiver was granted in response to promises by Governor John Baldacci to propose legislation tightening the standards for Maine driver licenses and adopting new surveillance practices for applicants.
Apr 3, 2008 - 10:55:36 AM
State
MCLU Blasts DHS Blackmail of Maine: DHS Singles Out Maine with Special Demands It Makes of No Other State
PORTLAND -- Today the Department of Homeland Security issued a list of demands to the state of Maine that exceed those placed on any other state in the country. DHS granted waivers to every state in the country including Montana and South Carolina, which did not request waivers, as well as all sixteen other states who have passed resolutions or legislation in opposition to REAL ID.
Apr 1, 2008 - 11:47:30 AM
State
Fourth Annual Discovery Day Scheduled for April 14th
BANGOR -- Greater Bangor area agencies join together to offer free conference for pregnant or parenting moms 21 Years and under.
Mar 26, 2008 - 9:12:35 AM
State
Frary Makes Ballot, Challenges Michaud
FARMINGTON -- John Frary, Farmington Selectman, retired college Professor and an Editor of the Encyclopedia of Military History announced today that he has submitted more than 1100 signatures and will be the Republican candidate for the United States Congress in the 2nd District against incumbent Congressman Mike Michaud (D).
Mar 21, 2008 - 10:14:36 AM
State
Budget Gimmick Shifts State Education Costs to Property Tax Payers
PORTLAND -- March 13, 2008 - According to a new report from The Maine Heritage Policy Center, state budget writers have shifted more than $120 million in state Department of Education spending onto the backs of the state's property tax payers since the passage of LD 1 in 2005.
Mar 13, 2008 - 10:29:17 PM
State
Think Tank CEO Proposes Maine Medicaid Budget Saving Options
PORTLAND -- Reasonable income eligibility requirements prevent torn safety net.
Feb 26, 2008 - 8:53:37 AM
State
Ogunquit Independent Enters Senate Race
OGUNQUIT -- A retired York County psychologist who has been an outspoken advocate for accountability in government and the preservation of the U.S. Constitution has announced his candidacy for United States Senate. Herbert J. Hoffman of Ogunquit said he is running as an independent to be "a voice that is independent of political party."
Feb 20, 2008 - 12:08:50 PM
State
Think Tank CEO: Mila Kofman Would Take Maine Backwards
PORTLAND -- Tarren Bragdon opposes Governor's Superintendent of Insurance nominee.
Feb 13, 2008 - 5:19:23 AM
State
Think Tank Unveils Legislative Tracking Website
PORTLAND -- The Maine Heritage Policy Center (MHPC) has launched a new website that allows users to easily track legislation and monitor legislative activities at the State House.
Feb 11, 2008 - 9:20:41 PM
State
Grange Opposes Governor's Department of Agriculture Merger Plan
AUGUSTA -- The Executive Committee of the Maine State Grange recently convened and adopted policy to oppose Governor John Baldacci's plan to merge the Departments of Agriculture, Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, Conservation and Marine Resources.
Feb 9, 2008 - 10:10:28 PM
State
Ron Paul Beats McCain in Maine Caucus, Primed to Win Over 1/3 of State Delegates
ARLINGTON, VA -- In the race for delegates, Ron Paul appears to closely trail Romney for first place.
Feb 4, 2008 - 10:45:15 PM
State
Child Care Training Focuses on Supporting Infants and Toddlers
BANGOR -- The Penquis Child Care Resource Development Center is offering 30 hours of training in "Supporting Maine's Infant/Toddler: Learning & Development Guidelines". The class meets March 1, 15, 29, April 5, 12, 19, May 3, 17 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Penquis, 262 Harlow Street, Bangor. The cost of the training is $20.
Jan 24, 2008 - 1:12:24 PM
State
MCLU Blasts New REAL ID Regulations
PORTLAND -- Delaying implementation to 2017 doesn't fix privacy nightmare.
Jan 11, 2008 - 7:51:00 PM
State
USDA Rural Development Offers Unique Program for Home Repair and Rehabilitation
BANGOR -- Section 504 program may help save money and help Mainers stay warm.
Jan 10, 2008 - 9:17:11 PM
State
New Report: Taxes Negatively Impact Economic Performanc
PORTLAND -- A new analysis by The Maine Heritage Policy Center reveals that taxes negatively impact taxpayers' economic decisions.
Jan 8, 2008 - 9:03:07 PM
State
USDA Reminds Farmers to Sign Up for Livestock and Crop Disaster Programs
BANGOR -- Farmers who suffered losses caused by natural disasters in recent years are reminded to sign up for three new ad hoc disaster program, announced Laura Rand, Executive Director for the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) in Penobscot County. These new programs are: the new Livestock Compensation Program, Livestock Indemnity Program and Crop Disaster Program.
Nov 15, 2007 - 9:34:55 PM
State
USDA Urges Voters to Participate in County Committee Elections
BANGOR -- December 3 deadline for submitting ballots nears.
Nov 15, 2007 - 9:18:22 PM
State
Analysis Reveals the Number of Private Sector Workers Required to Fund One State Job
PORTLAND -- The new report by The Maine Heritage Policy Center determines that taxes from 18 private sector workers are necessary to fund one government position
Nov 15, 2007 - 9:03:09 PM
State
Report: Maine State Government Has Above Average Employment Levels
PORTLAND -- The analysis reveals that Maine state government employs more workers than the national average, with a steady upward trend since 2000.
Nov 14, 2007 - 10:26:37 PM
State
Elks National President Visits Maine
PORTLAND -- On Sunday, November 4, 2007 the Grand Exalted Ruler (National President) of the Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks, F. Louis Sulsberger and his wife Elizabeth arrived at the Portland International Jetport for their official four day visit to the State of Maine. Greeting them at the airport was Past Grand Exalted Ruler Amos McCallum of Saco, Maine Elks State President Bruce Brunelle of Sanford, and several other Grand Lodge and State dignitaries.
Nov 9, 2007 - 9:20:41 PM
State
ACLJ Demands That Maine School District Remove Policy Providing Students with Prescription Contraceptives or Face Legal Action
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The American Center for Law and Justice (ACLJ), which specializes in constitutional law, yesterday demanded that a Maine school district abandon its policy to distribute prescription contraceptives to students as young as 11 or face legal action to have the policy removed.
Nov 6, 2007 - 7:52:59 PM
State
Think Tank to Expand Leadership Team and Launch New Project
PORTLAND -- In news from the Maine Heritage Policy Center, Bill Becker elected president of the Board of Directors, Tarren Bragdon appointed chief executive officer and new Maine Government Integrity Project to launch.
Nov 6, 2007 - 7:22:16 PM
State
Maine Law Violates Candidates' Right to Free Speech: MCLU Challenges Overbroad Statute in Law Court
PORTLAND -- Today, the MCLU argued that a Maine law restricting political speech is unconstitutional. Michael Mowles, a 2006 candidate for the Maine House of Representatives, was harmed by this law when his credibility as a candidate was criticized by the Maine Commission of Governmental Ethics and Election Practices.
Nov 5, 2007 - 7:21:28 PM
State
New Report Explores the Impact of Term Limits on Maine House
PORTLAND - The analysis reveals that a greater number of representatives are serving at least six years and greater access to leadership positions.
Oct 31, 2007 - 7:49:54 PM
State
James Owens of Madison, Maine Elected Master of the Maine State Grange
SKOWHEGAN -- James A. Owens of Madison was elected Master of the Maine State Grange at on Friday October 26th during the 134th Annual session of the Maine State Grange.
Oct 31, 2007 - 7:14:21 PM
State
Maine to Get a State Inspecting Poultry Processing Facility
AUGUSTA -- On Wednesday, October 31, 2007, the Cooperative Poultry Processors (COOPP), along with the Commissioner of the Maine Department of Agriculture, Food and Rural Resources (DAFRR), will be signing the official licensure papers on Maine's only state inspecting poultry processing facility at the Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (ACF) Committee room around noontime.
Oct 30, 2007 - 7:37:02 PM
State
Penquis CAP Offers Free Boot Camp For New Dads
BANGOR -- The Penquis CAP Parents Are Teachers, Too program is offering Boot Camp for New Dads, a free workshop for first-time dads-to-be who are in the last trimester of pregnancy. The next workshop will be held on Wednesday, September 19, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., at Penquis CAP, 262 Harlow Street, Bangor. Pizza and drinks will be provided.
Sep 3, 2007 - 6:32:41 PM
State
MCLU Urges Congress to Hold White House in Contempt, Force Compliance on NSA Subpoenas
PORTLAND -- The Maine Civil Liberties Union today urged Congress to hold the White House in contempt for having disregarded the second deadline for compliance with Senate Judiciary Committee subpoenas. The original subpoenas were issued June 27 and sought materials related to the National Security Agency's warrantless wiretapping program. The White House received an extension in July and the second deadline for compliance was today at 2:30 p.m.
Aug 21, 2007 - 11:56:46 AM
State
Maine Elks to Hold 7th Annual Youthfest for Children
On August 25, 2007, the Maine Elks Association will be holding its seventh annual "Youthfest" program at the Augusta Elks Lodge located on Route 27, just a half mile west of Rt. 95.
Aug 11, 2007 - 9:05:50 PM
State
Maine Elks Ride for Children with Cancer
AUGUSTA -- On July 21, 2007, the Maine Elks Association (MEA) held its annual "Owie Box" motorcycle ride for children in the Maine Children's Cancer Program (MCCP). The event attracted 126 motorcycle enthusiasts, who raised a record setting total of $25,340, exceeding last year's record by over $4,000 dollars. The event raised money for MCCP and its "Owie Box" program. The "Owie Box" provides toys and other items for children who undergo painful procedures at the clinic.
Aug 10, 2007 - 10:18:57 AM
State
Maine State Grange 134th Annual Session to be Held in Skowhegan
AUGUSTA -- Steve Verrill, Master (President) of the Maine State Grange, announces that the 134th Annual Session of the Maine State Grange will meet in Skowhegan, at the Skowhegan Community Center on October 25th through October 27th 2007.
Aug 5, 2007 - 8:42:37 AM
State
Auburn Sex Offender Highlights Need for Tougher Penalties
AUGUSTA -- The Senate Chair of the Legislature's Criminal Justice Committee today said that a plea agreement allowing Regis Lepage of Auburn to avoid jail time for child pornography charges is troubling and that the courts may not view online child pornography as serious as it really is.
Aug 2, 2007 - 11:37:32 AM
State
OPEGA Releases Final Report on Urban-Rural Initiative Program
AUGUSTA -- The legislative Office of Program Evaluation and Government Accountability (OPEGA) yesterday released the final report from its Performance Audit of the Urban-Rural Initiative Program (URIP) to the legislative Government Oversight Committee.
Aug 1, 2007 - 8:12:39 AM
State
MCLU Applauds Rejection of Real ID Funding Amendment
PORTLAND -- The Maine Civil Liberties Union yesterday cheered the defeat of an amendment to the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act that would have provided federal funding for Real ID, a de facto national ID card that the state of Maine twice rejected earlier this year.
Jul 28, 2007 - 6:06:37 PM
State
Maine State Grange Agriculture Tour
AUGUSTA -- The Maine State Grange annual Agriculture Tour will be featuring farms around the Chesterville/Farmington area of the state.
Jul 26, 2007 - 4:26:11 PM
State
MCLU Disappointed Over Collins Support for Real ID
PORTLAND -- Senator co-sponsors Bill to fund privacy nightmare.
Jul 26, 2007 - 2:26:21 PM
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