Governor John Baldacci

A Jan. 21 date has been set for Gov. John Baldacci to give his final State of the State address to the Legislature.  

If there is ever one move by a state that can destroy fish and wildlife management, it’s to consolidate all the areas of natural resources, including environmental departments into one super department. It’s mostly done under the guise of saving money but in the end costs more money and diminishes the services and the functions [...]  

Conservatives outraged to learn that Gov. Culver tolerates transgender individuals and thinks their deaths are a bad thing. Mike Huckabee’s caucus campaign manager takes over Bob Vander Plaats’ gubernatorial campaign. Bob Krause makes his Daily Kos debut. The Democratic Governors Association’s big fundraising numbers could be good news for Gov. Culver. The Republican Governors Association’s bigger numbers could [...]  

AUGUSTA – Governor John E. Baldacci today swore in Elizabeth Townsend as the new Acting Commissioner of the Department of Conservation. “Eliza Townsend is a proven leader in State government and the conservation community,” said Governor Baldacci. “She has a distinguished career working on issues related to the environment, conservation, budget and policy and depa...  

Despite recent losses in gubernatorial races in Virginia and New Jersey, Democrats are at least outwardly optimistic heading into 2010, when 37 governorships are up for grabs. Meeting with fellow governors in Washington, D.C., this week, Montana Gov. Brian Schweitzer, the outgoing chair of the Democratic Governors Association, said his party is “going to pick up states that haven’t been in the hands of Democratic governors for a generation...  

The new snowmobile safety public safety announcement may be viewed at www.youtube.com/mefishwildlife. Select "snowmobile safety."For more information, contact IF spokesperson Deborah Turcotte at 287-6008 or 592-1164AUGUSTA – Gov. John E. Baldacci today (Dec. 30, 2009) joined the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife and the Maine Snowmobile Association to p...  

Governor Baldacci of Maine wished upon a Christmas star when he put together his budget proposal: Gov. John Baldacci this week will submit a budget calling for more than $400 million in cuts and spending shifts based on assumptions Congress will pass an additional stimulus plan and extend federal aid to the states.[...] The state's Consensus Economic Forecasting Commission findings are the basis for the work of the revenue forecasting...  

AUGUSTA – Governor John E. Baldacci today announced the names of the appointments to the Committee on the Implementation of the Maine Medical Marijuana Act. The Governor created the task force by Executive Order on Nov. 6, following the medical marijuana law approved by Maine voters. The Governor said the task force would advise him on the appropriate way to implement the new la...  

AUGUSTA – Governor John E. Baldacci this morning honored 25 State employees during a reception at the Blaine House. The employees were named as “Employee of the Year” within their departments. “As State Employees, you are among our most valuable resources. You demonstrate deep professional and personal commitment to the people of Maine,” Governor Baldacci said. “Main...  

PORTLAND – At an event to raise funds for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine, Governor John E. Baldacci and First Lady Karen Baldacci were among an enthusiastic crowd that welcomed the Maine Red Claws players, coaches and their families to the State. In welcoming the Red Claws, the Governor said, “You should know that you do not just join one city or one region, but you are n...  

Washington PostMaine Gov. Endorses Protecting EqualityAdvocate.comMaine Governor John Baldacci announced his endorsement of marriage equality in a message to those opposing the ballot measure to overturn same-sex marriage ...Maine Governor Baldacci Backs Gay MarriageOn Top MagazineSame-sex marriage harped on in MaineInformation-Analytic Agency NEWS.amMaine voters decide future of state's same-sex marriage lawFree Speech Radio NewsLez Get Real...  

(CNN) -- Voters in Maine will decide next week whether to overturn the legislation signed by Gov. John Baldacci nearly six months ago that allows same-sex couples to wed. Baldacci, who originally opposed the legislation, said upholding the bill comes down to a fundamental understanding of equal protection and constitutional responsibility. "Initially, I had the opinion for several years that civil unions were the limitations of what I was...  

NECNTwo Maine firefighters face arson chargesNECN(NECN: Amy Sinclair, Lock Mills, Maine) - Two Maine men are facing arson charges this week stemming from fires on opposite ends of the state. ...Fire Fighter Charged with Arson in Western MaineWABIMaine Volunteer Firefighter Charged With ArsonFirefighter HourlySecond Maine firefighter charged with arsonNashua Telegraphall 12 news articles »  

Examiner.comSeeking Wind Energy, Some Consider the SeaNew York TimesDr. Dagher hopes to have prototypes for testing off the coast of Maine in 2011, including one from an American company, Principle Power, which is based in ...Community wind project begins generating for Maine islands By Chris MadisonREVEIslanders awed by wind turbinesWorking WaterfrontIslanders flock to unveiling of wind turbinesBangor Daily NewsWABI -Cape Cod Today -WMTW...  

Maine Insurers Take Steps to Encourage Swine Flu VaccinationsMPBN News"Private health insurance companies in Maine have stepped up to the plate and their actions are helping to save lives," said state Insurance Superintendant ...Mills Credits Insurance Companies With Helping Fight H1N1WCSH-TVInsurance Companies Encourage Flu ShotsWABIMaine insurers push swine flu preventionNew Hampshire Business Reviewall 18 news articles »