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Building Business: Maine’s builders busy building for themselves
Peter Van Allen Updated: August 22, 2022Maine’s building boom in the last few years has been rivaled only by the addition of new space for the contractors themselves. Several firms have been expanding into newly constructed quarters.
Towns can get reimbursement for opting into Maine’s recreational marijuana market
Staff Updated: August 15, 2022The reimbursement is intended to incentivize municipalities to participate in the regulated adult-use market. Legal sales have soared since the market went live in 2020, but still a relatively small number of cities and towns permit them.
CMP's request to hike electricity rates leads to questions, concerns
Laurie Schreiber August 12, 2022Central Maine Power Co.’s filing to increase its distribution rate by 30% is drawing ire from state politicians and consumer advocates.
Meet the 2022 Mainebiz Women to Watch
Updated: August 8, 2022Five remarkable leaders, from diverse parts of Maine and diverse occupations, are being honored this year as Mainebiz Women to Watch. Since 2009, 68 individuals have been recognized this way for work that is changing the state for the better.
Chipotle faces union-busting charge from former Augusta employee
Bridget Reed Morawski August 9, 2022A former employee and union leader claims the national fast food chain refused to rehire her over her union organizing activities.
Women to Watch: Collaboration is the special ingredient for Kate McAleer's chocolate business
Laurie Schreiber Updated: August 8, 2022Five remarkable leaders have been named as the 2022 Mainebiz Women to Watch. They include Kate McAleer, whose company, Bixby Chocolate, has grown and landed on the shelves of retailers such as Whole Foods. Along the way, she's successfully teamed up…
A Maine-based restaurant chain tries out a new model of employee ownership
Laurie Schreiber Updated: July 31, 2022Sam's Italian Foods was founded in 1939 in Lewiston and now has 14 restaurants. The company sold last year to a New York firm that is helping it transition to employee ownership. A Q&A with the new owner explains the approach.
Augusta expected to reap economic boost from Ironman triathlon
Renee Cordes July 28, 2022More than 1,700 athletes from 13 countries and 48 states are expected to compete in Sunday's triathlon, bringing millions of dollars to the host city and region.
Realtors Foundation awards $80K in grants to address housing needs
Staff July 27, 2022Unsafe roofing, lack of heat, ADA entries, rent assistance and case management are just some of the issues to be addressed.
South Portland-based Aroma Joe's coffee chain continues expansion in Maine, elsewhere
Renee Cordes Updated: July 27, 2022The new 1,878-square-foot drive-thru and coffeehouse in Winslow is expected to employ more than 20 people.
Today's Poll
A year ago, respondents shared their predictions about the economy in 2025 amid concerns about inflation, wage pressures and the new administration in Washington.
Around 43% expressed cautious optimism, acknowledging potential ups and downs, while roughly 27% felt pessimistic about the year ahead.
So, what do you think?
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The Giving Guide
The Giving Guide helps nonprofits have the opportunity to showcase and differentiate their organizations so that businesses better understand how they can contribute to a nonprofit’s mission and work.
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Work for ME
Work for ME is a workforce development tool to help Maine’s employers target Maine’s emerging workforce. Work for ME highlights each industry, its impact on Maine’s economy, the jobs available to entry-level workers, the training and education needed to get a career started.
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Groundbreaking Maine
Whether you’re a developer, financer, architect, or industry enthusiast, Groundbreaking Maine is crafted to be your go-to source for valuable insights in Maine’s real estate and construction community.
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