FairPoint has made headlines several times in the last 10 days, both in good and not-so-good ways.
Jessica Hall
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Maine forecast to lag behind recovery for United States
A new economic report says the state is not well-positioned in industries that are recovering employment.
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Time Warner to increase download speeds in Maine
Standard Internet customers will receive the faster speeds automatically this month.
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Gorham company recalls gas fireplace inserts
Jotul North America has received a report of an electric shock and burn injury.
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New England fiscal forecast: Expect more slow growth
Economists cite overall weakness in global and U.S. economic conditions as the reason for the tepid forecast.
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Maine Technology Institute announces awards to firms
Funds go to companies that are now working to develop technology-based products and services.
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Four Maine companies get safety certification
To qualify, the companies must go through a safety audit and maintain injury rates below the industry average.
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28 Maine companies sharing $1.5M in tech grants
The Maine Technology Institute funding requires at least a one-to-one match by the recipient.
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Maine shrimp fishermen’s catch limits cut 74 percent
The state’s $70 million industry, which employs 1,500 fishermen, faces the devastating cut due to overfishing and environmental conditions.
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Hostess’ failure simmered for years
The company’s closure follows a decade of financial trouble and competitive complacency.