Two license applications have been approved, and another 31 are sitting on the city’s desk for approval in the coming weeks and months.
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Cape Elizabeth woman’s invention solves a ‘big stinkin’ problem’ for dog walkers
Beth Herriman’s ‘dooloop,’ a hit internationally, is a simple plastic device designed to clip onto a leash to easily carry several used dog waste bags.
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Lawmakers, including some Democrats, worry Maine’s solar policies too generous
Three Republican-sponsored bills that would trim or roll back incentive programs for solar energy installations face a public hearing next week.
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United Way of Greater Portland names Ninette Irabaruta director of public policy, advocacy
NEW HIRES Ninette Irabaruta has been hired as director of public policy and advocacy by United Way of Greater Portland. Before joining United Way, Iraburuta was with Nourish as a global associate manager, working with indigenous communities across North America and cultivating donor and business partnerships. Irabaruta earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from St. Joseph’s […]
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Portland’s first adult-use cannabis shop to open Friday
The city approved 2 license applications for recreational marijuana sales Wednesday, after months of delay.
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Medical marijuana providers stage protest over proposed new rules
Providers said the changes, meant to better align the medical and recreational markets, will result in unsustainably high costs for the medical cannabis industry.
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Guitar Grave pawnshop’s owner ready for final curtain, or perhaps a duet
Mike Fink says he’s looking for a buyer, or a working partner, for the South Portland business after nearly 25 years of operation and many changes.
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Maine stands to get billions in relief from Biden’s American Rescue Plan
Funds for a wide variety of groups, interests and needs are included in the $1.9 trillion package that Congress is expected to approve Wednesday.
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Portland-based aquatic energy company awarded $3.6 million grant
Ocean Renewable Power Co. will use the funds to help refine a technology that converts a river’s kinetic energy into electricity.
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As tax deadlines approach, Maine accountants calculate uncertainties
State and federal guidelines concerning treatment of forgiven pandemic relief loans and unemployment income still need clarification, prompting tax preparers to delay filing.