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Next: Economic development expert Garvan Donegan is building growth in central Maine
Peter Van Allen Updated: October 4, 2021In recent years he has been at the center of much of the economic redevelopment efforts in downtown Waterville, where efforts by Colby College have been paired with a host of commercial ventures. There's more in store.
Next: Trevor Kenkel, aquaponics farmer, grows produce, fish and a business
Laurie Schreiber Updated: October 4, 2021Since Kenkel started Springworks Farm in 2014, it's sprung to employ nearly 40 Mainers, and now sells organic lettuce and herbs throughout New England. A third greenhouse, representing a $4 million investment, is on the way.
Building Business: The sounds of groundbreaking are being heard across Maine
Peter Van Allen Updated: October 4, 2021Shovels are in the ground at job sites across the state, while Maine's building businesses are making news.
Bates College receives $50M grant to expand student financial aid
Staff September 28, 2021The challenge gift, to be matched dollar-for-dollar by others, represents one of the largest scholarship-focused donations ever to a Maine college, according to Bates.
Mills urges feds to suspend whale protection rule that could cost Maine millions
Staff Updated: September 27, 2021Gov. Janet Mills called for suspension or delay of a rule that places a seasonal lobstering ban in some waters and imposes new gear marking and modification requirements. Costs and revenue losses for Maine are projected to be over $30 million.
State to hold first meeting of medical marijuana workgroup, aiming to streamline regulation
Staff Updated: September 27, 2021Unlike Maine’s Marijuana Advisory Commission — which advises the legislature — the new group is temporary and members will advise the Office of Marijuana Policy directly. Outcomes could help streamline licensing and compliance processes.
Boothbay design-build firm promotes Danielle Betts to president
Peter Van Allen September 21, 2021Betts takes over the president role at Knickerbocker Group from Steve Malcom, who remains CEO. Knickerbocker is now part of a roster of Maine design-build firms led by women.
Planet Fitness to bulk up in larger Augusta space
Renee Cordes September 21, 2021Through franchisee Mike Cleary, the New Hampshire-based chain will occupy 22,730 square feet in the Capitol Shopping Center, which is anchored by Shaw's Supermarkets, Big Lots and Dollar Tree.
Building health: New needs are driving construction projects at Maine hospitals
Laurie Schreiber Updated: September 20, 2021Aging facilities, growing numbers of patients, and the demands of new technology and care practices are all forcing Maine's health care systems to make big investments in their buildings and infrastructure.
Maine Development Foundation receives $750K to revitalize historic downtowns
Staff September 15, 2021The money will be used for historic revitalization, preservation and other upgrades of historic downtown buildings. It’s expected to spur private sector investment that in turn will increase the value and use of historically significant properties.
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The days after Thanksgiving are the traditional start of the holiday shopping season. Many shoppers are already setting their sights on the whirlwind of holiday shopping — Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday.
Major retailers like Walmart, Target, Amazon and Best Buy have already launched early deals, giving shoppers a head start on savings.
A record 186.9 million people plan to shop from midnight on Black Friday through Cyber Monday, according to a consumer survey by the National Retail Federation. The figure is up by more than 3 million total shoppers from last year's record.
The National Retail Federation forecast also calls for holiday spending to surpass $1 trillion for the first time, with sales predicted to grow between 3.7% and 4.2% from 2024.
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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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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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