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Madison Paper Industries to close in May, laying off 214 mill workers

The mill's closure, announced Monday morning by parent company UPM-Kymmene Inc., will put about 214 employees out of work as the paper business ends and its hydro power assets sold.

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Maine House supermajority backs tribal-rights expansion opposed by Janet Mills

The measure won two-thirds support in the Maine House of Representatives, increasing the odds of surviving a veto from Gov. Janet Mills.

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House overwhelmingly supports tribal bill opposed by Gov. Mills

The 100-47 House vote and 26-8 Senate vote show strong support among state lawmakers, including among some Republicans, who will be needed to overcome a possible veto from the governor.

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State flag referendum survives challenge in the House

The bill's sponsor says the secretary of state plans to work with a bipartisan group to choose a version of the popular 1901 flag for voters to consider this fall.

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Mat & Muscle Pro Wrestling Returns to Skowhegan on Saturday

Mat & Muscle Pro Wrestling (MMPW) makes a return with their upcoming event, Hit The Ground Runnin'! After the success of their previous show on April 8th, folks are eagerly anticipating the sequel.

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State flag referendum survives challenge in the House

The bill's sponsor says the secretary of state plans to work with a bipartisan group to choose a version of the popular 1901 flag for voters to consider this fall.

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New Balance is expanding its footprint in Maine

Adding manufacturing capacity, 200 jobs in Skowhegan

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