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Politics & Government

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.