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USDA launches satisfaction survey for farmers, ranchers, forestland owners
August 10, 2020The federal department is seeking input on what concerns members of the agriculture industry have when dealing with the Farm Service Agency, Natural Resources Conservation Service and Risk Management Agency.
August 10, 2020
BIW, machinists union reach tentative contract agreement to end strike
Updated: August 10, 2020A deal worked out late Friday would continue to restrict Bath Iron Work's use of subcontractors, while protecting worker seniority privileges and providing a modest wage increase. Union members still have to vote on the agreement.
Updated: August 10, 2020
Portland board will vote on Munjoy Hill historic district after five-month delay
August 7, 2020In a meeting originally scheduled for March 17, the Portland Planning Board will decide whether to establish a historic district for the Munjoy Hill neighborhood, including more than 400 properties, many of them residential.
August 7, 2020
Developers get a break on historic tax credit projects; Maine advocates push for relief
August 7, 2020Preservation advocates are pushing for enhancement of the federal Historic Preservation Tax Credit, which has incentivized $550 million in Maine construction over the past 11 years.
August 7, 2020
Maine colleges get $5M in fed funds to support disadvantaged students
Updated: August 7, 2020The funds, to more than a dozen colleges and universities throughout the state, were awarded through the U.S. Department of Education’s Student Support Services Program.
Updated: August 7, 2020
Portland clears way for 270 affordable housing units
August 6, 2020Financial incentives for four city housing projects were approved by the city council, which also set regulations for rental application fees, often a barrier for low-income renters.
August 6, 2020
On the Record: Greg Mitchell, Portland's economic development director, says 'real test' lies ahead
Updated: August 10, 2020As the city focuses on retaining businesses during the pandemic, there's been no slow-down in active construction projects, he tells Mainebiz. The question is whether planned ones will move forward to shovels-in-the-ground.
Updated: August 10, 2020Portland may adopt hybrid plan for opening schools this fall
August 4, 2020Maine's largest school district would begin instruction later than usual, in mid-September, and follow a schedule that combines in-person and online classes. The school board may vote on the plan Aug. 18.
August 4, 2020Mills doubles size of Maine's new rent assistance payments
August 3, 2020Maine renters can now receive up to $1,000 to pay for rent during a three-month period, under an order issued last week by Gov. Janet Mills.
August 3, 2020
GPCOG, UMaine System to share $700K grant to assist economic recovery
Updated: August 3, 2020Initiatives funded through the federal relief include economic and disaster recovery strategies and workforce training programs.
Updated: August 3, 2020
After 136 years, Maine Water Co. breaks ground on $50M treatment facility
July 31, 2020The Saco River Drinking Water Treatment Facility will serve roughly 40,000 residents of Biddeford, Old Orchard Beach, Saco and Scarborough, and is expected to go live in the spring of 2022.
July 31, 2020
COVID-19 is decimating Maine state revenues
July 30, 2020Even with with a surplus from the 2020 fiscal year, the state's coffers are expected to be down over $400 million this year. Forecasts for the next two are also grim.
July 30, 2020
Mills lifts limit on outdoor gatherings to 100 with strict distancing requirements
Updated: July 30, 2020The governor raised the limit on outdoor gatherings to 100 while keeping the cap on indoor gatherings to 50, prompting a mixed reaction from those in the hospitality industry.
Updated: July 30, 2020
Mask madness: At Maine businesses, public health rules draw support but also push-back
Updated: July 29, 2020An incident over the weekend at an Orono pub isn't the only case of Maine businesses dealing with resistance to the state's requirement to wear protective face masks.
Updated: July 29, 2020
In try to salvage tourism season, state GOP launches plan to ease travel restrictions
July 28, 2020The plan, developed by a tourism industry coalition, would lift the quarantine still imposed on visitors to Maine from Massachusetts and Rhode Island. The cap on the size of public gatherings in Maine would also be increased.
July 28, 2020
South Portland transit provider gets $753K for pandemic expenses
July 24, 2020The funding, from the federal CARES Act, will help cover staffing and operating expenses incurred during the COVID-19 crisis.
July 24, 2020
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