2005
Canadian LNG opposition grows louder St. Andrews forum slams sites
The Canadian government should simply say no to the passage of ships [LNG tankers] through Canadian waters. It is not innocent passage.
Politics & Government
2005
Point Lepreau refurbishment worries critics
The decision by the provincial government to proceed with the estimated $1.
2005
Racino backers out of gate for statewide vote
Supporters of a proposal for a tribal racetrack with up to 1,500 slot machines in Washington County have begun a petition drive to let Maine residents decide the issue in November 2006, following Governor John Baldacci's decision to veto a legislative bill that would have sent the proposal out...
2005
Supporters to seek racino vote With or without governor’s veto
Maine residents will be voting next fall on whether to allow a tribal racetrack with up to 1,500 slot machines in Washington County, if Governor John Baldacci decides not to veto legislation calling for the referendum vote on the measure.
2005
Racino odds uncertain with promised veto
The fate of legislation to allow a tribal harness racing track with up to 1,500 slot machines in Washington County remains uncertain, with speculation about a possible amendment to the bill and consideration of taking the issue to the voters in a statewide referendum.
2005
Sipayik councillors vote to let Quoddy Bay agreement lapse
The "exclusivity agreement" between Sipayik Tribal Governor Melvin Francis, the tribal council and Quoddy Bay LLC to develop a feasibility study for a liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal and storage tanks on 40 to 60 acres of coastline owned by Sipayik is scheduled to lapse on May 14.
2004
LNG rejected; Quoddy Bay not convinced
After a series of press conferences and rallies conducted by both the proponents and the opponents of the liquefied natural gas (LNG) project proposed at Pleasant Point, Perry voters rejected the proposal by a vote of 279 to 214.