The state’s deep-water ports combined with the mining of Greenland’s natural resources could be an economic boon.
Tom Bell
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Nova Star ferry’s passenger count remained low in June
But the operator says July bookings have jumped, and the state is working to help the Nova Scotia-Portland service avoid a cash crunch.
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Excursion train on Maine’s midcoast goes in different direction
As Maine Eastern Railroad links with the Downeaster and adds a route to other towns, Rockland loses its spot as the focal point for travelers.
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Maine island with storied past set for new chapter
The buyer of House Island, once a military fortress, an immigrant station and a fish processing center, plans to build vacation homes.
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Ferry operator planning truck staging depot
But some East Bayside residents worry about safety risks from as many as 30 tractor-trailers a day.
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Nothing but blue skies for Maine’s tourism industry
Good weather and an improved economy have tourists flocking for Maine.
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Cianbro CEO courting Iceland and Greenland
Maine’s Peter Vigue will meet with leaders in both countries and try to forge mutually beneficial business deals.
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Maine to study impact of ocean acidification on shellfish
A state commission will report to the Legislature, which could craft legislation to protect fisheries.
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New Portland area commuter bus service depends on towns
Transit officials need the green light from Cumberland, Yarmouth and Freeport to proceed.
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‘Last alarm’ sounded for Portland firefighter
More than 300 firefighters gather to honor Capt. Michael Kucsma Jr., who died while scuba diving.