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Maine economy

Published
June 14, 2016

Charles Lawton: Too many growing businesses assume Maine lacks skilled workers

They need to look at the right labor market data and post-hiring information to get a more accurate picture.
Published
June 7, 2016

Charles Lawton: As with a child, it takes a village to raise a new business

There are lessons to be learned not only from the birth but also the death rates of Maine businesses.
Published
May 31, 2016

Maine Voices: Widespread support for Katahdin region national monument evident at Orono forum

The media likes to depict division, but in reality, over 1,100 Mainers turned out to say that they back the proposal.
Published
May 29, 2016

Our View: Forced part-time work a growing economic reality

As the percentage of Mainers in retail and other service jobs increases, state programs should adapt.
Published
May 22, 2016

Alan Caron: Northern Maine deserves better

For example, Rep. Bruce Poliquin wants to inflame people to help his campaign along.

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Published
May 17, 2016

Charles Lawton: Maine’s economy depends on innovation, disruption

Our state's industries, even those with modest rates of growth, may be going the way of the traditional taxi.
Published
May 10, 2016

Charles Lawton: Drawing skilled workers to Maine hinges on paying enough to attract them

To thrive, our state needs a talented workforce, and federal data show we aren't paying for the best.
Published
May 8, 2016

Commentary: Blame Dill and liberals for poor economic record, not me, Gov. LePage says

Maine won't prosper until it ends the highly taxed, anti-business legacy left behind by Democratic rule.
Published
May 8, 2016

Maine Voices: Paid leave best gift for moms

Most of the developed world offers paid time off for workers who stay home to take care of a child or an ailing parent.
Published
May 7, 2016

Maine Voices: North Woods park plan offers economic benefits both near and far

Our U.S. senators should recognize the possibilities offered by the marketing of the National Park Service.