Cheap energy, a young and hip population, universal health care, mild winters: By many measures, Iceland has Maine beat by a mile. But don’t underestimate our foliage and bright blue skies.
Tom Bell
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Portland’s fresh connection with Iceland
Market opportunities and a wealth of potential flow both ways in a new North Atlantic sea-trade partnership that relinks Maine’s largest port to a far wider world.
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Mainers in Iceland growing an Arctic partnership
State officials are in Reykjavik to explore the needs of a new shipping link that offers great potential for the Pine Tree State.
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Deal a big step in revival of Maine-Nova Scotia ferry
The ferry would run once a day each way from May to October and receive $10.5 million in startup costs from the Nova Scotia government.
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Forgiveness, atonement mark Jewish calendar
But like any new year celebration, Rosh Hashanah is also a time for rejoicing, feasting and festivities.
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Woman, 91, burned in Brunswick house fire
The house at 14 Beech Drive was only minimally damaged, but the woman’s injuries are described as serious.
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Rail line’s bleak outlook a challenge for Maine
With the return of service to Lac-Megantic in doubt, the state is faced with losing an important economic link.
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Maine railway’s insurance far short of damage
The company faces over $200 million in crash claims but only has a $25 million policy, angering Quebec residents.
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Judge: During bankruptcy, Maine railway can still operate
The legal action gives the Maine-based company time to reorganize while it seeks Chapter 11 protection.
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Disastrous crash forces Maine railway into bankruptcy
The company files Chapter 11 as it seeks a buyer or tries to straighten out its affairs.