The company filed a motion last week seeking time to develop a plan for continuing rail delivery of beans to the factory.
Tom Bell
Oil exploration off Nova Scotia carries potential benefits, dangers for Maine
If Shell or BP decides to drill 400 miles east of Portland, the demand for support services could benefit Maine businesses, but the environmental costs of an oil spill could be enormous.
Maine economy may feel effects of Canadian dollar’s decline
The loonie, now down to 90 U.S. cents, is expected to fall to 85 cents this year, making Maine goods and vacations more expensive for Canadians.
More to Portland Harbor dredging project than meets the eye
They’re working seven days a week, 24 hours a day, digging up the bottom of the harbor so ships have a clear channel. Here’s what it’s like to be onboard the Dale Pyatt, one the the largest dredges in the nation . . .
Expansion of cargo facility in Portland a giant step for port
The International Marine Terminal is set to double in size and connect to a rail line, leading to key competitive improvements.
Nova Scotia provides $2 million so new ferry to Portland can post fares, sell tickets
Both had been delayed until the operator of the service, due to start May 1, came up with the funds to meet U.S. regulations.
Railway gets OK to halt shipping to Portland bean factory
B&M may now have to spend more for truck delivery or offer to subsidize the train service.
LePage halts $33 million in bonds approved by voters
He resents lawmakers voting to use money from the rainy day fund to avert cuts to cities and towns.
Ferry operator seeks Nova Scotia’s help with financial backing
Nova Star Cruises, set to start Maine service May 1, must show it has adequate resources before it can start booking reservations.
South Sudan school more than a building
Built with aid from immigrants in Portland, the school serves to show that different tribes can build relationships.