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State education funding projections hold good news for southern Maine districts

Preliminary figures based on Gov. Janet Mills’ budget, released Friday, show relief for districts where state funding decreased last year.

The Portland biotech firm increased its sales but also had bigger expenses.

by david harry the forecaster February 13, 2019February 13, 2019

The space, inside Threads of Hope thrift store, offers business development resources and below-market rents.

Roads are icy in stretches and cancellations abound.

The legislation’s sponsor acknowledges that even the $80 million effort won’t meet the state’s ‘immense need.’

Austin Street Brewery has opened a new location at 115 Fox St., and Maine Beer Co. plans to open an expanded tasting room on March 9.

Many government, business and high school sports events are postponed, while bus runs are canceled and drivers are advised to stay off the roads.

The Maine Turnpike Authority reported multiple crashes on I-95 and I-295 Tuesday morning.

Two of Portland’s largest employers asked the city to hold off on a new policy until legislators decide whether to pass a state law.

The bus company also is canceling service from New York City to Portland because of an expected snowstorm.