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  • Coworking spaces evolving into more than just a mainstay of the 'gig economy'

    Maureen Milliken February 5, 2018

    Coworking started as an attractive working environment for the self-employed, remote workers and startups. But newer co-working spaces in the Greater Portland region are expanding their focus to include amenities such as concierge service, showers

    Maureen Milliken February 5, 2018

  • Mark Murrell of GetMaineLobster.com ready to expand beyond crustaceans

    Laurie Schreiber February 5, 2018

    Mark Murrell founded GetMaineLobster.com in 2009, but plans to expand well beyond crustaceans to grass-fed beef and exotic game.

    Laurie Schreiber February 5, 2018

  • Here's how Maine ranks for women entrepreneurs

    Staff January 30, 2018

    In terms of its desirability for female business owners, Maine comes in at No. 22 overall in new state rankings and at No. 10 in the clout department, according to a report by FitSmallBusiness.

    Staff January 30, 2018

  • Knox admits to 'inappropriate' behavior toward female associates

    January 24, 2018

    Jess Knox, co-founder of Venture Hall whose sudden resignation for “personal reasons” prompted the Portland-based business accelerator to shut down on Monday, acknowledged in written statements to the Portland Press Herald and Bangor Daily News that

    January 24, 2018

  • Rockland stitcher finds unique niche with antique sewing machines

    January 22, 2018

    Griffen Cooper's Chainstitch Repair Co. in Rockland has a unique business niche: using antique sewing machines.

    January 22, 2018

  • Venture Hall lands $475K grant to boost business startup development

    James McCarthy January 11, 2018

    Venture Hall, a Portland-based startup accelerator, announced today it is one of six recipients nationwide to receive funding from the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation in a new initiative that's intended to remove policy barriers hampering new

    James McCarthy January 11, 2018

  • Here's how you know when it's time to upgrade your accounting software

    Dean Michaud, President Of Michaud Accounting Solutions January 8, 2018

    Q: My business is growing. When do I know it's time to move beyond my current accounting software?

    Dean Michaud, President Of Michaud Accounting Solutions January 8, 2018

  • Thomaston hoping for rejuvenation when Route 1 project is completed

    December 22, 2017

    A grassroots group in Thomaston is taking proactive steps to capitalize on a two-year, $8.7 million Route 1 construction project when it's completed this coming spring.

    December 22, 2017

  • Maine business owners air concerns with SBA chief

    Renee Cordes November 28, 2017

    Linda McMahon, administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, hosted a roundtable in Portland on Monday during which Maine-based entrepreneurs shared challenges they face in running their businesses in areas such as hiring, health care,

    Renee Cordes November 28, 2017
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    Maine's female entrepreneurs best in nation for jobs and revenue growth

    November 28, 2017

    Over the course of the past 20 years, Maine's female entrepreneur sector has become a national leader for job and revenue growth.

    November 28, 2017

  • How to: Avoid the high cost of a data breach

    Sterling Kozlowski November 27, 2017

    In August, the Equifax data breach left more than 145 million Americans vulnerable to identity theft.

    Sterling Kozlowski November 27, 2017

  • L-A chamber takes over Top Gun LA and annual Maine B2B Trade Show

    November 15, 2017

    The Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce agreed to take over the Top Gun LA program and the annual Maine B2B Trade Show from the Lewiston-Auburn Economic Growth Council, which faces an uncertain future due to funding cuts by both cities.

    November 15, 2017

  • Grant to help business owners impacted by mill layoffs and closings in Jay and Madison

    Staff November 6, 2017

    Business owners affected by mill layoffs and closings in Jay and Madison will get help from the Maine Small Business Development Centers through a grant program designed for economically distressed areas.

    Staff November 6, 2017

  • Bangor business an SBA InnovateHER runnerup in national competition

    Staff November 6, 2017

    A Bangor business, The Willie Wags, was one of seven final runners-up in the InnovateHER Business Challenge. The business, owned by Jamie Clark, is a subscription shopping service that supports female entrepreneurs and women-owned small businesses.

    Staff November 6, 2017

  • Pro Search now owned by its employees

    Staff November 3, 2017

    Pro Search Inc., a Portland-based company that provides recruitment and staffing services, is now owned by its 11 employees.

    Staff November 3, 2017

  • Bangor business a finalist in U.S. SBA ‘InnovateHER’ competition

    Staff October 25, 2017

    Jamie Clark, owner of The Willie Wags, a Bangor store that collaborates with other women-owned businesses, is competing against nine other national finalists today in the U.S. Small Business Administration's 2017 InnovateHER Challenge.

    Staff October 25, 2017

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Sales of electric vehicles rose by 25% last year, with 17 million sold worldwide, according to the International Energy Agency's recent "Global EV Outlook." The trend is led by China, where half of the new cars sold were EVs. 

In the U.S., sales of EVs increased by 10% last year, but that was off the pace of 2023, when a 40% gain was recorded.  

The report noted a plateauing of sales in Europe, where some countries are rolling back incentives offered to EV buyers.  

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