The order is intended to address a large gender gap in the construction industry and help the state combat a severe workforce shortage.
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Colby College plans to build residence hall on Waterville campus to house 217 students
The Waterville Planning Board got a look at preliminary plans for The Residence Hall on Mayflower Hill Drive on Tuesday, and Colby College officials are scheduled to return to the board May 14 for final approval.
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Water main on Route 88 in Yarmouth to be replaced starting next month
Yarmouth Water District will be replacing water mains on Route 88 from Main Street to Princes Point Road beginning in mid-April and lasting through the summer. Temporary water mains and services will be used throughout the project to minimize water service interruptions, but some interruptions may be needed. Traffic delays should be expectged and residents […]
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Saco roofing contractor cited for safety violations is accused of failing to provide workers’ comp
Found not guilty of workplace manslaughter after a roofer fell to his death in 2018, Shawn Purvis was back before a judge Wednesday, this time facing charges from the Maine Workers’ Compensation Board.
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An Augusta family sought help removing lead paint from its home. Now, lead levels are worse than ever.
Shoddy work done by a licensed lead abatement contractor, and approved by a regional agency, has raised concerns about the oversight of a Maine program meant to protect children from lead poisoning.
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Renovations to Maine State Museum chug along with removal of historic steam engine
When the Augusta museum reopens, likely in 2025, it is expected to feature interactive exhibits that boost focus on women and minority groups – and 2 humpback whale skeletons.
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Portland’s Baxter Boulevard reopens after yearslong closure
The stretch of boulevard between Vannah Avenue and Payson Park has been closed for more than two years for construction of a waste and storm water storage system.
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Work won’t resume on Congress Square redesign until next year
The timeline for the redesign of the park and nearby intersection is unclear as the project has been held up by delays and challenges since work started in the spring of 2022.
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Why it’s hard to hire a handyman or contractor – and what to do about it
Labor shortages and the increasing cost of doing business have made it harder to find skilled tradespeople to tackle home to-do lists.
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Women Build series returns this year to support affordable housing
Women Build is a fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity to support affordable housing and give women an opportunity to gain experience in construction.