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Northeast Bank to undergo restructuring
The Lewiston-based bank will eliminate its parent holding company if regulators approve.
Shutdown interrupts key training for Maine air traffic controllers
Some controllers who work in Portland and Bangor were sent back from advanced training on radar operations, and it’s uncertain whether they will be able to complete it.
Our View: Education must change to meet new challenges
Nontraditional students and ‘disengaged youth’ could fill today’s and tomorrow’s job openings – if the state of Maine commits itself to helping them.
Marijuana dispensaries’ big donations to Mills inaugural have caregivers crying foul
Three dispensaries, combined, had donated nearly 20 percent of the money collected to usher in the new governor as of Dec. 22.
School for organic dairy farmers nears completion in Freeport
Wolfe’s Neck expects to open a new facility this spring to enhance teaching Maine’s next generation.
Boutique hotel chain plans to buy and renovate Portland’s historic Danforth Inn
The inn in the West End will close for a month while a staff is hired and updates are made.
Commentary: Investing in pre-K programs is key to stronger Maine workforce
Early learning, especially for the economically disadvantaged, can make a crucial difference in getting kids ready to learn, leading to career success later in life.
Maine investor tax credit likely maxed out on first day
Applications received Wednesday for the Maine Seed Capital Tax Credit would exceed the $5 million annual cap if all were approved.
Spectrum-Tribune Media dispute leads to blackout of WGN America TV shows
Maine customers are among millions who lost the Tribune Media programming in the stalemate over increased fees.