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Government & Politics
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Maine pumped up to install more heat pumps
Updated: July 25, 2023After Maine surpassed a goal of installing 100,000 heat pumps two years ahead of schedule, Gov. Janet Mills announced a new statewide target.
Updated: July 25, 2023
Maine nonfarm jobs slip in June as rain dampens tourism
Updated: July 24, 2023Maine nonfarm wage and salary jobs decreased by 2,900 in June to 643,100 as rainy weather hurt tourism-related jobs and manufacturing Jobs declined by 1%.
Updated: July 24, 2023
Safety roadmap: New manual for Maine road crossings impacted by climate change
July 19, 2023Most bridges and culverts on roads that cross salt marshes and tidal waterways aren’t equipped to handle the tides, resulting in risks to safety and habitat.
July 19, 2023
Portland Foreside developer plans retail, residences, luxury hotel on city's East End
Updated: July 20, 2023The next development phase, expected to cost between $600 million and $700 million, will cover close to one million square feet.
Updated: July 20, 2023
Maine State Chamber names interim CEO as search continues
July 18, 2023Linda Caprara, who has been with the chamber since 2008, became advocacy vice president in 2022.
July 18, 2023
Star power: Momentum builds for inaugural Maine space conference
Updated: July 17, 2023Maine's first-ever space conference is scheduled for Nov. 5-7 in Portland.
Updated: July 17, 2023
Bush family fundraiser tees up record $300K for Gary’s House
Updated: July 14, 2023The Bush Family Gala and Golf Classic raised more than $300,000 in this year's fundraiser.
Updated: July 14, 2023
Housing nonprofits laud creation of program to house the homeless
Updated: July 12, 2023The first three Housing First programs provided 85 units in Portland since 2005. The expanded program is expected to support the creation of 12 to 15 additional programs.
Updated: July 12, 2023
Mills budget establishes paid family and medical leave program
Updated: July 12, 2023Provisions include a new programs for paid family and medical leave, business incentives, housing and tax credits. A leading Republican called it a “terrible blueprint.”
Updated: July 12, 2023
Making the grade: Maine extends free community college incentive
Updated: July 12, 2023Maine's new state budget sets aside $15 million to extend the free community college offer to students graduating from high school or its equivalent in 2024 and 2025
Updated: July 12, 2023
Maine Office of Tourism’s updated branding reflects changing traveler trends
Updated: July 10, 2023Maine’s current brand and campaign have been in place for over 10 years. Travelers have evolved. New marketing materials reflect growing interest in food, sustainability, nature and immersion.
Updated: July 10, 2023
Port of entry at Coburn Gore gears up for redesign
June 29, 2023The port was built in 1932. The estimated rebuild cost is $85 million to $95 million. Goals include a long-lasting, climate resilient facility and improved traffic flow.
June 29, 2023
Maine State Chamber CEO resigns, citing personal reasons
June 29, 2023After less than four months as president and CEO of the Maine State Chamber of Commerce, Julia Munsey has resigned for personal and family reasons.
June 29, 2023
King bill would create national aquaculture office
Updated: June 30, 2023The SHELLS Act would create a designated office for aquaculture within the U.S. Department of Agriculture to assist shellfish harvesters and farmers.
Updated: June 30, 2023
$25M in state funding to help Maine hospitals hurt by COVID
Updated: June 29, 2023Hospitals received payments from the $25 million proportional to their pre-pandemic MaineCare revenue.
Updated: June 29, 2023Mills seeks federal disaster declaration for spring storm
Updated: June 27, 2023The storm of April 30 to May 1 caused nearly $3 million in infrastructure damage in Franklin, Kennebec, Knox, Lincoln, Oxford, Sagadahoc, Somerset and Waldo counties.
Updated: June 27, 2023
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