Penobscot County

UMaine is well positioned to start a public medical school, but $250 million in startup costs plus tens of millions for operations mean the project is not financially feasible.

A 19-acre parcel is planned for an affordable housing development of 30 tiny homes. “I think it’s a great project. It’s exciting to see,” said the planning board chair.

The project included complete pavement rehabilitation and associated airfield improvements, restoring the runway to meet current safety, operational and performance standards.

The project expanded a compact lobby into the parking garage. New features include expansive windows, a covered entry and a clubroom with a kitchenette.

"We gave it our best shot," John Reny, president of the family-owned discounter, told Mainebiz of the location at 540 Congress St. The store will end its 15-year run at the downtown location on Dec. 31.

From bittersweet closings to delicious debuts and a dash of Philly "wooder ice," this was a year of change for Maine's dining scene.

SMRT Architects & Engineers has promoted to principal, three professionals working in a range of disciplines in the firm's Bangor and Portland offices. 

The city’s business and economic development committee is reviewing proposals for a construction manager as part of the Bangor Central Kitchen's move into the construction and operator model phase.

Kendra Emery comes to the role following several executive roles with MaineHealth, most recently as the chief medical officer of the MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization.

CCA LLC, which is based in Brookfield, Conn., consults in civil engineering, surveying, environmental consulting and landscape architecture.