AUGUSTA – Supporters of Question 1A failed to reap a majority vote Tuesday, but they may be happy to settle for the full attention of the Legislature’s majority party. Democratic leaders in the House and Senate said Thursday they are looking forward to meeting with… Read More
    BANGOR – With local and state approval for slot machines and a $30 million development deal with the city under his belt, racino developer Shawn Scott is gearing up for his next major challenge – obtaining a state harness racing license. As things stand, Bangor… Read More
    AUGUSTA – Gov. John Baldacci said Wednesday he respects the will of the people – even when they make choices he opposes such as Tuesday’s endorsement of slot machines at the track. Still, the majority of voters who ignored the governor’s warnings about approving slot… Read More
    AUGUSTA – Voters eager to have their say on the Indian casino and other referendum issues shattered Maine’s turnout record for an off-year election, according to the latest unofficial figures available Wednesday. Tallies from all 649 of Maine’s precincts show more than 509,000 votes were… Read More
    SANFORD – On the morning after one of the most memorable election nights this town has seen, many of the lawn signs were still standing even though the debate over a proposed Indian casino here was all but over. But there was a new debate… Read More