The company is asking state regulators for permission to increase revenue by more than $400 million between 2026 and 2031.
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Private Swan Island ferry emerges amid debate over public transportation
Since the ferry service linking Richmond to the island was ended in 2023, the public could access Swan Island only with a personal boat or kayak until this month.
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Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, Local & State, News
New CEO at YMCA of Auburn-Lewiston sees community partnerships as key to success
‘I really feel like the nonprofit landscape is showing us that the successful, sustainable nonprofit organizations are doing so with a foundation of partnerships,’ Brian Curtin said.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Lewiston’s Central Maine Healthcare hit with lawsuits over alleged data breach
A motion to consolidate the class action lawsuits into one was still being considered by the court as of Friday.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News, River Valley
State board denies appeal over Rumford Falls Hydro certification
‘The fish and the entire ecosystem of the Androscoggin lost, and so did a bunch of potential recreational users,’ Trout Unlimited’s Steve Heinz said of the decision.
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Maine regulators seek bids for renewable energy on PFAS-contaminated land
The Maine Public Utilities Commission said it would only select projects that would lower the cost of electrical generation and distribution for the state’s ratepayers.
Posted inBusiness, The Rangeley Highlander
Rangeley Lakes chamber secures $303,150 federal grant
Northern Border Regional Commission Catalyst Program grant, established to strengthen communities and support local businesses, will support the Byway Ambassador Program and community initiatives over three years.
Posted inBusiness, Food
A Portland bagel shop’s sign doesn’t just advertise food. It’s a spiritual journey.
Joel Baker, son-in-law of the original Mister Bagel, puts up spiritual messages on the Forest Avenue shop’s sign. It’s resonating with the community.
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Border crossings into Maine from Canada continue to fall
The 28% decline in visitors so far this year has outpaced preseason forecasts.
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On Maine islands, housing shortages threaten community survival
Islands with year-round residents need emergency responders, gas station attendants, postal workers, store clerks and teachers. When there’s nowhere for vital workers to live, they turn elsewhere. It’s eroding a storied way of life.