The latest phase of a lawsuit will determine whether the builders of the 145-mile transmission line had done enough work to have ‘vested rights’ in the project, which would nullify a state referendum vote to block it.
Edward D. Murphy
Ed covers the City of Westbrook and business stories for the Portland Press Herald.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Clock is ticking for future of Maine’s largest public company
Covetrus could be sold and taken private if shareholders approve a $4 billion deal on Oct. 11.
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Posted inBusiness
Biotechnology now employs nearly 10,000 workers in Maine
An industry report said jobs with life sciences companies in the state have an average salary of more than $100,000.
Posted inLocal & State
Cape Elizabeth man will coordinate nation’s response to cyber security threats
The U.S. Senate Thursday confirmed Nathaniel Fick as the State Department’s first Ambassador at Large for Cyberspace and Digital Policy.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
Four college students with Maine ties win Voyager Scholarships
The scholarships from the Obama Foundation, worth up to $50,000, are intended for those who plan to pursue a career in public service.
Posted inLocal & State
Ogunquit antiques store damaged by fire
Hutchins Antiques on Route 1 may be a total loss, Fire Chief Russell Osgood says.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Kittery shipyard’s impact last year soared to $1.3 billion
Southern Maine towns and cities benefited from large number of workers and their salaries.
Posted inLocal & State, Uncategorized
Federal judge rejects bid to block new lobstering rules
U.S. District Court Judge James E. Boasberg turned down a bid by lobstermen’s groups and the state to halt the new federal rules designed to protect endangered North Atlantic right whales.
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Electrical system repairs to Franklin Towers in Portland expected to take another week
The work required is more extensive than first thought and electricity to upper-story apartments won’t be fully restored until at least the middle of next week.
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Former Chestnut Street Church in Portland back up for sale
The owners are seeking $3.7 million for the building, furnishings and the event business.