An analysis from University of Southern Maine’s Center for Business and Economic Research found Bath Iron Works supported more than $1.8 billion in economic output in 2021, thanks in part to the shipyard’s push to draw out-of-state workers, a strategy labor experts say could help solve the problem of Maine’s shrinking workforce.
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Rachel Talbot Ross becomes first Black speaker of Maine House
The new legislative session began on a historic note with the Portland Democrat getting sworn in 50 years after father became the state’s first Black lawmaker.
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Legislative leaders vow to tackle housing crisis
Democratic leaders in the House of Representatives and Senate say the state’s housing crisis, coupled with the loss of federal funding for rental assistance, must be a priority for the incoming Legislature.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Bath examining zoning with new housing in mind
The goal of the project is to look for areas for new housing, housing density and to “clean up” the city’s outdated zoning code, officials say.
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UMaine to unveil world’s first bio-based 3D printed house
BioHome3D is being pitched as a potential solution to the housing crisis that could someday be used to build apartment complexes.
Posted inTimes Record
Facing housing shortage, Midcoast towns promote ‘mother-in-law suites’
Bath and Brunswick have both held public information sessions promoting accessory dwelling units, commonly known as “granny flats” or “mother-in-law suites,” this fall, as communities around the state combat a housing shortage.
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In Vail, housing shortage threatens America’s ski wonderland
Similar to hundreds of communities around the U.S., the influx of visitors and newcomers has made housing nearly impossible to find for the workers needed to support the region’s tourism.
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Housing shortage leaves some Washington County residents scrambling
The pinch is wide-ranging: Even doctors, a college dean and a city manager have been affected, along with those in desperate need of finding affordable homes.
Posted inScarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
Affordable housing, connectivity part of amendment to master plan of The Downs in Scarborough
In addition, the planning board approved a plan for 10 multi-family residential buildings.
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As housing prices surge, rent control is back on the ballot nationwide
Supporters say rent control policies on the Nov. 8 ballot are the best short-term option to dampen rising rents and ensure vulnerable residents remain housed.