Congress is weighing the early termination of handful of tax credits related to installing solar panels, shifting to electric vehicles and building more energy efficient homes.
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Maine leads the country with first aquaculture apprenticeship program
Faced with a shortage of skilled workers for the state’s fish, shellfish and seaweed farms, Maine is breaking ground to find a solution.
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Central Maine Healthcare acquisition will improve care, foundation says
In its application to the state, Prime Healthcare Foundation says it will inject new funds into the system and lower costs as well.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, Local & State, News
MaineHousing announces $13M for new projects, including in Lewiston
The quasi-state agency warns that without more money from the Legislature, affordable housing production will slow dramatically.
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Handheld radio charger sparks fire at Topsham Home Depot
One firefighter was transported to Maine Medical Center with minor injuries, and there is smoke and water damage ‘throughout a good portion of the building,’ a fire official said.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Nation / World, News, Politics
Lots of passion, not much policy at summit of New England, Canadian leaders
While American leaders, including Gov. Janet Mills, emphasized the vital role of Canadian tourists, Canadian premiers said they’re telling constituents to ‘travel around Canada.’
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Maine Trust for Local News welcomes new reporters, roles
Katie Langley, Dana Richie, Drew Johnson and Daniel Kool will tackle beats ranging from Brunswick-area news to statewide utilities issues.
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CMP electricity bills to increase in July
Customers of the state’s largest electric utility will see monthly bills go up by about $5.
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Twelve straight rainy weekends take a toll on Maine’s seasonal businesses
The streak has hit southern Maine’s seasonal businesses hard since many of them rely on sunny weekends to stay afloat during their short summer season.
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How Blue Ox Malthouse in Lisbon Falls helped unite Maine brewers and farmers
The company, a key partner in the Maine craft beer market, has grown to become the largest floor-malting operation in North America.