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Target market: Commercial development sizzles in Auburn, adding to L-A region’s appeal
Updated: June 13, 2022The Androscoggin County city is attracting a growing number of franchises and factory expansions.
Updated: June 13, 2022
Ask ACE: Technical assistance grants are available in Maine
Updated: June 13, 2022The president of the Association for Consulting Expertise shows a reader some of the funding that's available to obtain technical help, even for startups.
Updated: June 13, 2022
Biddeford startup seeks FDA clearance for bassinet innovation
June 9, 2022FDA clearance would make Prapela's product the first available medical device to treat newborns diagnosed with neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome, the company said.
June 9, 2022
Maine Venture Fund partners with Waterville accelerator to boost startups
Updated: June 1, 2022The collaboration between Maine Venture Fund and Dirigo Labs aims to boost capital investments in central Maine startups.
Updated: June 1, 2022
Dutch cleantech cleans up in Top Gun business-pitch contest
May 27, 2022Finsulate, a Dutch company establishing a U.S. headquarters in Portland, was crowned the 2022 Top Gun Showcase winner, receiving $25,000 in prize money.
May 27, 2022
On the Record: Brothers who grew up in Maine brew further growth for Rupee Beer
Updated: May 30, 2022Sumit and Van Sharma, who grew up in Portland in the 1990s, have big plans for the Indian-style lager beer they launched in October 2021.
Updated: May 30, 2022
Dutch cleantech startup to establish US headquarters in Portland
Updated: May 23, 2022Finsulate, which makes an antifouling treatment for vessels and floating infrastructure, has growth in mind as the company lays anchor in Portland after a year of Maine market research.
Updated: May 23, 2022
LaunchPad, Top Gun pitch contest finalists named
May 13, 2022Tis the season for business-pitch competitions, featuring a combination of familiar and new faces in Maine's startup community.
May 13, 2022
On the Record: Camden entrepreneur has big plans for home-based business
Updated: May 16, 2022The founder of LooHoo Wool Dryer Balls has her sights set on expanding into more laundry and pet products.
Updated: May 16, 2022
Scrappy small businesses: Despite labor shortages and supply chain issues, there’s optimism
Updated: May 16, 2022Many small businesses are looking beyond the pandemic with a sense of excitement. There's a vigorous spirit in Maine's small-business community, despite difficulties including staffing shortages and supply chain woes.
Updated: May 16, 2022
Lending a hand: New Maine microloan program supports immigrant-owned small businesses
Updated: May 16, 2022The Indus Fund is a new microloan program for small business owners in Maine’s growing immigrant community.
Updated: May 16, 2022
New grant supports startup of Waterville startup accelerator Dirigo Labs
May 12, 2022The money aims to build on existing groundwork as the accelerator launches its inaugural cohort and helps to build greater Waterville’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
May 12, 2022
An Ellsworth flower business blooms as pitch-off’s ‘audience choice’
May 8, 2022Products include "bouquet subscriptions" and dried arrangements. The wedding business is big, and climate change has extended the season.
May 8, 2022
New wellness co-op builds on Biddeford transformation
Updated: May 4, 2022The founders, both Biddeford natives, wanted to be part of the city’s growth. “There are so many great businesses and entrepreneurs who are thriving,” said one partner.
Updated: May 4, 2022
SBA Maine District Office names new deputy director
Updated: April 29, 2022Tim Hobbs, the new deputy district director of the SBA's Maine District Office, previously served as the state director for USDA Rural Development in Maine.
Updated: April 29, 2022
Brunswick fintech startup raises $2M to fund growth
Updated: April 26, 2022Circa, led by CEO and co-founder Leslie Hyman, raised the funds from a combination of individual investors, angel investors and venture capital firms.
Updated: April 26, 2022
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