Steve Mistler

Portland Press Herald

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Published
January 15, 2014

LePage budget chief questioned about shortfall

Lawmakers must find $119 million in savings or new revenue to balance the budget, according to the administration.
Published
January 15, 2014

Private-sector opportunities led Maine’s liquor-lottery director to resign

Gerry Reid says he’s proud of his role in helping arrange a lucrative 10-year contract for the state’s liquor business.
Published
January 15, 2014

Maine tax officials take heat for erroneous collections letters

Legislators worry that the 1,000 made-up notices caused a scare and call for a stronger apology.
Published
January 14, 2014

Maine bill to protect social-media passwords gets mixed reviews

Supporters say that employers and school administrators have no right to see employees’ or students’ private messages on Facebook or Twitter.
Published
January 13, 2014

Maine tribes clash with state over elver license bill

Under the proposal, tribal fishermen would be forced to get state licenses or face possible prosecution.
Published
January 13, 2014

Democratic leaders take position on EBT misuse

They say prosecute, don’t politicize the issue.
Published
January 10, 2014

Alexander’s MaineCare expansion report has first public airing

A consultant’s study warns that expansion of Medicaid will bring Maine a significant economic burden, but critics dispute the numbers.
Published
January 10, 2014

Maine Democratic leaders expect $100 million shortfall at DHHS

Leaders call on LePage to submit a budget and provide information.
Published
January 9, 2014

LePage signs bill to label genetically modified food

Maine becomes the second state to pass a law requiring food producers to label GMO food, but other states must follow before it goes into effect.
Published
January 9, 2014

Maine won’t renew medical rides contract with largest broker

Months of problems getting Mainers to their medical appointments spell the end for CTS on June 30, but then it can bid on new deals.