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Construction of two affordable housing developments has finished up in Rockland and Augusta — part of the push in both cities and across Maine to tackle the shortage of homes.
U.S. News & World Report evaluated some 15,000 nursing homes nationwide, assessing both short-term and long-term care models.
The recalled products are Yani adult-use vape cartridges of the strain Watermelon Chimera, the Maine Office of Cannabis Policy said.
A roundup of new hires, promotions and achievements at businesses, nonprofits, health care institutions and professional services firms in Maine.
Construction is one of Maine’s largest industries and employs more than 48,000 people, but needs more workers, according to the Maine Community College System.
With more than 2,300 unfilled cybersecurity jobs in Maine, UMA will offer boot camps, apprenticeships and credentials.
"Breaking the stigma around mental health is my passion project because I believe open, honest conversations can change lives," Jillian LaFrance says.
"I find a great sense of achievement in my naval service, moving back to Maine, starting a family and finding professional fulfillment in support of Mainers," says Jonathan Poole.
Isabelle Oechslie fills a role previously held by Jeremy Ashlock, who announced his resignation in July, just over a year into the job.
Downtown revitalization and development are at the heart of the resurgence of some central Maine cities.
Portland is home to four professional sports teams — the Double-A Portland Sea Dogs, an affiliate of the Boston Red Sox; the G-League's Maine Celtics, an affiliate of the Boston Celtics; the Maine Mariners, an ECHL affiliate of the Boston Bruins; and the Portland Hearts of Pine, which is in USL League One.
In October 2024, the Sports Business Journal named Portland the best U.S. city for minor league sports.
In the past year, Maine's teams have been getting some upgrades.
The Portland Sea Dogs opened a new, state-of-the-art $10 million training facility and clubhouse at Hadlock Field. The Portland Hearts of Pine launched their inaugural season in 2025, playing to consistently sold-out crowds from the very first game and reaching the semifinals in November. And now the Maine Mariners plan to build a new practice rink at the Downs in Scarborough.
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Learn moreThe Giving Guide helps nonprofits have the opportunity to showcase and differentiate their organizations so that businesses better understand how they can contribute to a nonprofit’s mission and work.
Work for ME is a workforce development tool to help Maine’s employers target Maine’s emerging workforce. Work for ME highlights each industry, its impact on Maine’s economy, the jobs available to entry-level workers, the training and education needed to get a career started.
Whether you’re a developer, financer, architect, or industry enthusiast, Groundbreaking Maine is crafted to be your go-to source for valuable insights in Maine’s real estate and construction community.
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