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Sen. King lobbies for lobster emoji

by Staff Report September 22, 2017September 22, 2017

Using Google Trend data, the senator makes the argument that lobster is more popular than crab and deserves its own emoji.

Business, Food, Local & State, News, Schools and Education

Saint Joseph’s College food institute launched with $4 million in funding

by Staff report September 22, 2017September 22, 2017

The institute is dedicated to developing Maine’s food and beverage industry and creating new educational and entrepreneurial opportunities for students.

Business, Local & State, News

Maine ports director who oversaw marine terminal expansion steps down

by Peter McGuire September 21, 2017September 21, 2017

John Henshaw’s decade as director included the arrival of Eimskip, extensive modernization and the revitalization of Portland’s commercial shipping industry.

Business, People on the Move

New hires and promotions across Maine

September 21, 2017September 21, 2017

NEW HIRES The University of Maine School of Law hired Jennifer Crane as director of advancement. A 2005 graduate of Bowdoin College, Crane returned there in 2011 to work in the office of development and alumni relations. She brings diverse fundraising knowledge and experience. Dawn Tufts joined Hussey Seating Co. as a financial analyst. Tufts, […]

Business, Local & State, News

Hundreds of Bath Iron Works employees gear up for strike next week

by Peter McGuire September 21, 2017September 22, 2017

After a new contract is rejected, labor leaders work on a walkout strategy, the biggest union at the shipyard declares its support and a federal mediator is helping both sides negotiate.