“Carol Epstein’s civic involvement, charitable giving and contributions to the region were among the reasons cited by those who nominated her for this award." Read More
Maine officials want to close a lobster bait fishery to newcomers while they develop new management, licensing and an enforcement plan. Read More
Residents in Rockland fear that attempts aimed at developing more affordable housing will erode the character of their existing neighborhoods and said they will challenge any zoning recommendations the council puts forth to address the problem. Read More
Maine Public Advocate Barry Hobbins asked the Public Utilities Commission Thursday to reject its staff’s findings that Central Maine Power’s billing and metering system had no systemic problems. Read More
The City Council on Wednesday gave tentative approval for the tax break as WEX plans to relocate its South Portland workforce to Scarborough. Read More
President Donald Trump signed a trade agreement Wednesday with China that is expected to boost exports from U.S. farmers and manufacturers and is aimed at lowering tensions in a long-running dispute between the economic powers. Read More
U.S. employers downshifted on hiring in December, adding 145,000 jobs as consumer spending appeared to aid gains in the retail and hospitality sectors in what should provide a strong foundation for 2020. Read More
Business Events
PORTLAND — When it comes to seafood, making the right choices can seem complicated. We’re here to give you some simple solutions to make good choices, buy more seafood and support our coastal communities. Join us this winter for a new Sea State Series… Read More
PORTLAND — Maine Made Crafts will host its Spring/Mothers Day Arts & Craft Show with artists and crafters from Maine and New England Saturday and Sunday May 2-3 at the Portland Ramada Seasons Event and Conference Ctr., 155 Riverside St. (moved from the Westbrook Armory)10 a.m. to 4… Read More
BANGOR – Penobscot Community Health Care (PCHC), the largest Federally Qualified Health Center in Maine, is ready to open its new space for speech and audiology services and community meetings. The first floor of the facility located at 6 Telcom Drive will officially open on Monday… Read More
HOULTON– Katahdin Bankshares Corp. (OTCQX: KTHN), parent company of Katahdin Trust Company, a full-service community bank founded in 1918 serving northern Maine and the greater Bangor and Portland regions, is pleased to announce it has been named to the 2020 OTCQX Best 50, a ranking of top performing… Read More
Verso said it has received the needed regulatory approvals for the sale but faces opposition from two stockholders as the company seeks to finalize the deal. Read More
The health of the fish's population is in question, as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration listed it as a federal "species of concern" in 2004. Read More
About 250 aquaculture farmers, researchers, students and others convened at the University of Maine’s Hutchinson Center on Friday to explore the possibilities of the growing industry. Read More
All told, nearly 606,000 travelers flew through the airport last year. Read More
The Democratic chairman and ranking Republican on a House Armed Services subcommittee toured Navy shipbuilder Bath Iron Works on Friday and offered assurances to shipbuilders amid reports of possible cuts. Read More
WEX said Thursday that it plans to relocate its remaining South Portland operations to a 200,000-square-foot employment center at The Downs in Scarborough by spring 2022. Read More
The owner of O’Donal’s Nursery in Gorham has purchased a garden center in New Hampshire that he said will allow him to expand his business in Mount Washington Valley, where demand for trees and shrubs is high. Read More
Maine's Public Utilities Commission is opening an investigation into Central Maine Power’s winter disconnection policies. Read More
Emotions ran high as people who felt strongly about Nordic Aquafarms shared their hopes and fears with the Belfast Planning Board about the company’s plans to construct a $500 million land-based salmon fish farm near the Little River. Read More
Kingfish Zeeland has inked a contract with the University of Maine to provide the broodstock for the fish farm. Read More
Collins says she repeatedly urged U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer — an old acquaintance — to prioritize the lobster industry in his talks with China. Read More
The state of Maine is allowing nine new people to participate in the elver fishing industry. Read More
In September, dogs were added to the Jetport ambassador program via a connection with the Alliance of Therapy Dogs, a national organization providing testing, certification and insurance for people who volunteer with their dogs in places like nursing homes, schools and libraries. Read More
Venture capitalists continue to invest in Maine startups, which in turn are attracting much-needed skilled employees to the state as they grow their companies. Read More
Belfast Planning Board will hold its final public hearing on Wednesday as it prepares to deliberate on five pending permit applications for Nordic Aquafarms’ proposed land-based salmon farm here. Read More
In what could be a spark of hope for downtown Old Town, concert promoter Alex Gray said he’s planning to open his latest development — a combination music venue and upscale restaurant-bar — in just a few short months. Read More
The Maine Public Utilities Commission issued a statement Tuesday aimed at calming irate Central Maine Power customers who remain concerned about high electric bills and whether the commission will help them. Read More
Hydro-Quebec amended its campaign finance report last month, showing nearly $100,000 in spending -- a month before it had formed the ballot committee. Read More
Kim Block said Tuesday that her decision to retire comes nearly a year after she suffered a concussion in the driveway of her home. Read More
Boutique Portland coffee roaster Coffee by Design settled a lawsuit on Monday with two Utah companies that sell coffee infused with cannabidiol over the use of its “CBD” trademark. Read More
