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    USDA's record-setting focus on wastewater upgrades across Maine continues in 2020

    Maureen Milliken January 14, 2020

    The federal agency has spent more than $234 million over the last five years, enhanced by a 2018 Maine bond issue, to upgrade wastewater systems across the state.

    Maureen Milliken January 14, 2020

  • Maine's economy accelerated in Q3 of 2019

    Staff January 13, 2020

    Gross domestic product in Maine grew faster from July through September last year than in the prior three months, according to data released Friday by the U.S. Department of Commerce.

    Staff January 13, 2020

  • CMP billing has been 'accurate,' PUC staff say

    William Hall January 10, 2020

    After two years of complaints about the metering and billing practices of Central Maine Power Co., a state report on Thursday said the electric utility has, for the most part, charged customers accurately.

    William Hall January 10, 2020

  • CMP transmission line plan clears zoning hurdle, but others remain

    Staff Updated: January 9, 2020

    The 145-mile transmission line through Franklin and Somerset counties still requires permits from the state Department of Environmental Protection and others before work would begin.

    Staff Updated: January 9, 2020
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    New CEO of Portland-based marine renewable energy company has big plans

    Staff Updated: January 9, 2020

    The new chief executive officer of ORPC Inc. comes to the position after advising and investing in the company. He says he's focused on helping remote communities transition from diesel-generated power.

    Staff Updated: January 9, 2020
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    Commission recommends energy storage steps Maine 'must take'

    Maureen Milliken January 7, 2020

    A legislative committee believes the state must find ways to make the grid more efficient to reduce costs, and recommends a goal of 100 megawatts of storage by 2025.

    Maureen Milliken January 7, 2020

  • PUC considering electric vehicle pilot projects

    Staff January 2, 2020

    The Maine Public Utilities Commission is reviewing five proposed pilot projects to build out the state’s electric vehicle infrastructure, and is inviting public comment on the plans.

    Staff January 2, 2020
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    Redzone's 2019 expansion spreads coverage to 63% of Maine

    Staff January 2, 2020

    Redzone Wireless LLC in 2019 activated 28 new fixed wireless broadband service sites in Maine from North Berwick to Fort Kent, the Rockland-based broadband services company said in a news release.

    Staff January 2, 2020

  • Portland Water District plans rate hike under $48M budget

    Staff January 2, 2020

    The quasi-municipal agency attributes much of the rate increase to higher electricity costs, which a report shows are expected to increase nearly 10% for some operations.

    Staff January 2, 2020

  • LUPC staff recommends CMP transmission line approval

    Staff January 2, 2020

    The Land Use Planning Commission, which oversees the unorganized territories, will decide next week whether to approve the 145-mile corridor proposed by Central Maine Power. But LUPC staff are recommending an OK.

    Staff January 2, 2020
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    The year in review: We wish there'd been no need to report these stories

    Staff Updated: December 30, 2019

    In this end-of-2019 roundup, Mainebiz takes a look at the "low lights" of the state's commerce and economy during the year.

    Staff Updated: December 30, 2019
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    Senate passes bill to improve broadband access in rural Maine, U.S.

    Staff December 23, 2019

    The Broadband DATA Act, now before the U.S. House, would improve the way the Federal Communications Commission collects broadband data, which is expected to help rural communities that are trying to find ways to improve access.

    Staff December 23, 2019
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    Chris Sauer, CEO of marine renewable energy company ORPC, to retire

    Staff Updated: December 20, 2019

    ORPC Inc., headquartered in Portland, said Thursday that its CEO and co-founder, Chris Sauer, will retire Jan. 17. Sauer helped launch the marine renewable energy company in 2004, and today it has offices in three countries.

    Staff Updated: December 20, 2019
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    In response to complaints, CMP 'powers on' with ad campaign, new hire

    Staff December 19, 2019

    Central Maine Power Co. is hoping a new ad campaign will deliver a jolt to the company’s public image, which has been tarnished by ongoing customer complaints about the billing system.

    Staff December 19, 2019
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    Old Town firm donates archive of early aerial photos to UMaine

    Staff December 19, 2019

    The photographs from the James W. Sewall Co., captured over the span of 65 years, may help researchers better understand changes in Maine's forests and forest industry, as well as the impact of development.

    Staff December 19, 2019

  • Caribou latest to benefit from USDA wasterwater upgrade funding

    December 13, 2019

    The USDA loan and grant awards to upgrade Caribou's wastewater system are the latest in more than $30 million distributed across the state this year.

    December 13, 2019

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Today's Poll

Does cruise ship season help your business?
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Sponsored by Kennebunk Savings Bank

Maine's cruise ship season is in full swing, running from late September through early November. Thousands of passengers are expected to visit Portland, Bar Harbor, Eastport or Rockland.

This week alone, Portland is set to welcome around 16,000 cruise ship passengers.

But as the season ramps up, it's bringing mixed reviews. Some locals brace for the crowds and many business owners say cruise ship visitors don't spend much while in the port. Other business owners argue that, even if cruise ships don't benefit their own coffers, they still benefit the overall economy.

When we asked this question in 2023, Mainebiz respondents, 21% said the visits bring customers and revenue, while only 18% said the visits don't help their business.

More than half of the respondents, 53%, said cruise ships benefit the overall economy, 

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