Steve Mistler

Portland Press Herald

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Published
January 24, 2014

LePage to discuss priorities in State of the State address

The governor says he’ll announce a major business investment initiative.
Published
January 23, 2014

Maine bill aimed at worship protection falters

Critics say the bill goes too far in trying to protect religious freedoms that already exist in the U.S. Constitution.
Published
January 22, 2014

Maine communities make plea to avoid state aid cuts

But business interests argue that tax breaks and incentives are needed, and should not be sacrificed to avoid reductions in state revenue sharing.
Published
January 22, 2014

Maine clam diggers, worm harvesters square off over mud flats

Clam diggers say the bill is an effort to fight off a green crab invasion decimating clams, but worm diggers say it’s about ‘control of the mud.’
Published
January 21, 2014

Lawmakers override LePage veto of smoking-cessation bill

The governor says Medicaid recipients should pay a portion of the programs. Proponents say helping people quit smoking will save Maine money in the long run.
Published
January 21, 2014

Analyst questions Maine consultant’s report on Medicaid expansion

She says the cost study has several flaws, including what appears to be a $575 million calculation error.
Published
January 20, 2014

State House Notebook: Will Americans Elect be a savior for Cutler?

Campaign finance disclosures reveal connections that suggest the independent candidate could get a boost from the well-heeled group.
Published
January 17, 2014

Maine clears backlog of gun permit applications

But the Department of Public Safety did not reduce the scrutiny for a concealed weapons permit, it says.
Published
January 16, 2014

Maine bill spurs debate: Religious freedom or special rights?

The proposal to prohibit the state from infinging on the right to worship faces long odds.
Published
January 16, 2014

Michaud has fundraising edge in early race for Maine governor

Campaign finance reports filed Wednesday draw attention as Michaud and Cutler compete for donors.