6 years ago

Seeking nominations for next Legendary Registered Maine Guide

The Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife recognizes a member of the guiding community each year who are are experienced and passionate outdoors men and women with the Wilmot (Wiggie) Robinson Legendary Guide Award. The Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife recognizes a member of the guiding community each year who are are experienced and passionate outdoors men and women with the Wilmot (Wiggie) Robinson Legendary Guide Award.

6 years ago

Mills picks former Obama health care reform leader to run DHHS

Gov.-elect Janet Mills on Friday announced her choice to fill one of the most significant roles in her administration, introducing Jeanne Lambrew as her nominee to be Maine’s next commissioner of the Department of Health and Human Services.

6 years ago

Poliquin ends recount bid in Maine’s 2nd District

U.S. Rep. Bruce Poliquin, who lost his ranked-choice voting argument in federal court Thursday, asked state election officials on Friday to end the recount of 2nd Congressional District ballots.

6 years ago

Houlton fair organizers sponsoring concert at civic center in April

In an effort to come up with new and different ways to increase its revenue, the Houlton Agricultural Fair Association has booked a nationally recognized recording artist for a springtime show in the Shiretown.

6 years ago

Judge rejects Poliquin’s challenge to ranked-choice voting

A federal judge on Thursday rejected U.S. Rep. Bruce Poliquin’s arguments that ranked-choice voting is unconstitutional and the two-term Republican congressman’s request for a new election.

6 years ago

Senate and House pass 2018 Farm Bill, a victory for food sovereignty in Maine

The final version of the 2018 United States Farm Bill has passed the U.S. Senate and House. It contains some good news for food sovereignty in Maine after an amendment targeting local food control was removed from the 641-page document.