Opponents say plans to reduce traffic, noise, lighting, pollution and other environmental impacts aren’t enough.
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Posted inCommunity, News, Rumford Falls Times
Canton forms a nonprofit to aid revitalization projects
As the town works on completing its comprehensive plan, the nonprofit will identify ways it can help fulfill some of the goals.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
4 economic goals Maine business leaders want the state to reach by 2035
A new report lays out priorities to boost business competitiveness, lower housing costs and increase wages 20% within the next decade.
Posted inBusiness, News
See 3 historic riverfront mills in Maine that offer modern apartment living
Converted industrial properties in Biddeford, Lewiston and Skowhegan show what can be done with sturdy brick buildings and a little imagination.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News
Fiber internet available in 96% of Franklin County after expansion push, officials say
The Greater Franklin Development Council briefed the town on regional broadband expansion and economic initiatives that have been in progress for more than two years.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
How Backyard Farms in Madison came to rely on migrant labor
Dozens of contracted migrant workers at the facility, which once promised to employ hundreds of locals, have been detained in recent immigration enforcement operations.
Posted inBusiness, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News
Livermore Falls board backs economic development committee plan
A proposed five-member panel would begin building a portfolio to market the town to potential businesses.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
New details emerge about proposed southern Maine data center
Local officials and stakeholders will appear before state lawmakers Thursday to discuss the project.
Posted inMaine, News
Hundreds of Maine schools are in disrepair. Many could become housing.
A proposed bill would establish a program to help towns turn vacant schools into apartments, but the legislation’s $5 million price tag could hinder efforts.
Posted inMaine, News
In central Maine, early ice makes smelt fishing nice
About a half-dozen smelt camps report fishing and business has been good so far this season after multiple rough years.