Sunday, November 8, 2009

Maine

Maine Becomes the 5th State to Allow Same-Sex Marriage

A bill authorizes marriage between any two people rather than between one man and one woman. more >>

Gay Marriage Advances in Maine, New Hampshire as Conservative Rhetoric Evolves

Good news from Maine and New Hampshire, while Republicans recalibrate their argument. more >>

Maine Community Colleges See Applications Jump 20%

Officials blame the weak economy and rising unemployment. more >>

Guess What, the Democrats Don't Need 60 Votes

Keep your eyes on the women of Maine. more >>

McCain-Palin Hunting for Votes (and Moose) in Maine

Maine could give one electoral vote to McCain-Palin. more >>

Death Watch in a Mill Town

High oil prices may be the final blow for a legendary paper plant. more >>

In Oklahoma and Maine, Babies Get Funds for College Savings Plans

Oklahoma infants receive $1,000, while Maine babies get $500. more >>

Forget That Condo—Buy This Jail

A Maine county's lockup is a steal at $200,000. more >>

Student Complains That Nothing Happens in Maine

The "lack of news," says assistant news editor Brian Sylvester, "is disturbing." Almost as disturbing as Sylvester's plea for a mutant invasion or a "triple homicide. more >>

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