Those with inadequate access to high-speed internet should get funding for infrastructure improvements.
economic development
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Invest in people and build Maine’s economy
The state’s new economic development plan rightly focuses on building the workforce.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Higher wages, bigger labor force at center of Maine’s 10-year economic plan
The state’s first long-range economic plan in 2 decades will go to the Legislature for consideration of its recommendations.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News, Outdoors
Prospective Saddleback buyer nears deadline to raise $2 million to close the deal
Arctaris Impact Investors has given itself until Dec. 16 to raise the money through a nonprofit.
Posted inBusiness
U.S. Treasury awards more than $700,000 to Coastal Enterprises
Brunswick-based Coastal Enterprises Inc. says it will use the money for its community development work, including its focus on Maine’s food economy.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Town sees chance for growth at West Falmouth Crossing
The shopping center off Gray Road is subject to a master plan.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Transportation bond passed by voters will benefit Gulf of Maine Research Institute
The science nonprofit will receive $1 million to restore a crumbling pier on the Portland waterfront.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Maine hospitality industry plans free culinary training
A grant will fund training for 125 Mainers to fill gaps in the state’s food service businesses.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Holiday campaign blitz aims to lure young professionals back home
Live and Work in Maine’s ‘Boomerang Weekend’ targets young Mainers who have left the state and may be visiting friends and family.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
City launches latest round of facade improvement program
The latest version will give business and property owners along stretches of Washington Avenue and St. John Street up to $20,000 for building improvements.