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Unions threaten strike against firm that acquired FairPoint

Four unions representing telecommunications company Consolidated Communications’ workers in northern New England said Wednesday that a majority of members have authorized union leaders to call a strike if ongoing negotiations don’t produce an acceptable outcome by the time the current contract expires at midnight Aug. 4.

Maine lowers fines on speeding tickets

WLBZ-TV reports fines for lower end speeding violations have decreased by about 15 percent.

Maine craft brewers look to expand market at British beer festival

The Maine Beer Box, a converted cargo container retrofitted with 78 taps, will make its second overseas journey soon to try to tap the European market for Maine craft beer, this time at the Leeds International Beer Festival in the United Kingdom.

LePage had two special places to give out tax benefits. Both went to paper

Out of 32 places to give tax breaks to investors, Gov. Paul LePage had special discretion for two. For each of those special picks, LePage looked to paper towns.

Judge imposes maximum sentence on man who stalked ex-wife from Houlton

A federal judge Thursday rejected recommendations from a prosecutor and defense attorney and sentenced a former Maine man to five years in federal prison, the maximum term of imprisonment for stalking.

Equality Maine seeks support for 2nd Annual Dine OUT campaign

Equality Maine, which supports and advocates for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people in Maine, is holding its second annual Dine OUT for Equality on Aug. 22.

‘Dry Water’ helps keep boaters safe

In the wake of the nationwide law enforcement campaign to curb drinking and boating, the results of Operation Dry Water in Maine are now in.

Maine university system picks Eliot Cutler’s successor for workforce project

The University of Maine System has tapped one of its former trustees to lead the push to create a new center to quickly meet the ever-changing workforce needs and boost economic development.

Northern Maine Community College makes ‘top 65 in country’ list

Northern Maine Community College has been cited by Best Community Colleges.com as one of the nation’s top 65 community colleges out of 521 colleges in the U.S., ranking at 62.

NMDC, MDOT to undertake inventory of curb ramps for disabled in Aroostook

A Caribou based economic development group will soon undertake an effort to ensure that disabled Aroostook County residents have equal access to all parts of their communities.

Desjardins joins Maine Credit Union League

As part of its recent 80th annual meeting and convention held in Portland, the Maine Credit Union League Board of Directors met briefly and elected its 2018-2019 officers.

Jackson prescription bill enacted without governor’s signature

A bill by Sen. Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, to lower the cost of prescription medicine for Maine seniors and families was enacted without the governor’s signature on Thursday.

Hot weather expected to break with thunderstorms on Friday

This week’s hot, sticky weather is expected to break Friday as thunderstorms roll in, bringing with them a cold front and cooler temperatures for the weekend.

Flags to fly at half-staff to honor slain journalists

In respect for the victims of the shooting at the Capital Gazette in Annapolis, Maryland, on June 28, Governor Paul R. LePage has directed the United States flag and the State of Maine flag be flown at half-staff immediately until sunset this evening, July 3, 2018.

Hot, humid conditions to persist July 4th week

Officials at the National Weather Service in Caribou are forecasting high temperatures and extended periods of sunny weather this 4th of July week.

Hot, humid air spurs heat warnings across Maine

Heat and hazardous weather advisories have been posted across the state as Maine braces for a week of sweltering humidity and warm air.

Senate passes farm bill with Maine-friendly provisions

The Senate on Thursday easily passed its farm bill by a vote of 86-11, with U.S. Senator Angus King voted in favor of its passage. The legislation includes a number of provisions that King supported that he said will help Maine.

Cool June transforms into hot July 4th weekend

Officials at the National Weather Service in Caribou said Friday, June 29, that weather for the Fourth of July week is looking extremely pleasant, with high temperatures and extended periods of sunny weather through the holiday.

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