Hundreds of state and municipal jobs are vacant as officials struggle with a tight labor market, an aging workforce and pay that can’t compete with the private sector.
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Legal sports betting gets scratched, at least for now, as governor puts legislation on hold
Gov. Janet Mills says she held 39 measures because of technical problems, conflicts with existing laws or concerns about costs.
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Maine Legislature inches toward deal on new state budget
Members of both parties express confidence an agreement could be reached, but sticking points remain on Gov. Janet Mill’s $8 billion, two-year proposal.