As Elon Musk’s SpaceX rockets deploy more low-orbit satellites, residents in remote areas have a new option for high-speed internet service.
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Rep. Golden asks federal government to reevaluate approval of CMP energy corridor
In a letter to Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm, the 2nd District Democrat questioned the adequacy of the environmental review and public input compared to similar-scaled projects in New England.
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From the Chamber: Spring brings more to do in the Midcoast, despite pandemic
Looking Forward to Spring By: Cory King Oh, the joys of false spring! I’ve lived in Maine long enough to know that spring comes thrice before actually arriving in earnest. Nevertheless, the slight thaw of this past weekend has me thinking about what lies ahead for all of us. Many groups and activities are being […]
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6 Dr. Seuss books won’t be published for racist images
BOSTON (AP) — Six Dr. Seuss books — including “And to Think That I Saw It on Mulberry Street” and “If I Ran the Zoo” — will stop being published because of racist and insensitive imagery, the business that preserves and protects the author’s legacy said Tuesday. “These books portray people in ways that are […]
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Target power through pandemic; sales growth explodes in 2020
NEW YORK (AP) — Target extended its strong streak through the holiday quarter and sales grew by more than $15 billion in a pandemic year, exceeding the company’s annual sales growth over the past 11 years combined. With the habits of millions altered because of the spread of COVID-19 in 2020, online sales last year […]
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Sen. King promotes $120 billion revitalization fund to help restaurants
The proposal would set up the fund to support independent restaurants and small franchises that are under tremendous financial pressure because of the pandemic, King said.
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Proposed bill would allow medical marijuana cooperatives in Maine
Proponents say it would level the playing field for small sellers, but opponents argue it could result in large operations that are exempt from local regulations.
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Trade group again names Portland’s jetport best in North America
Maine’s biggest airport received top marks for customer service for the fourth year in a row.
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Cannabis version of Shipyard’s Pumpkinhead ale to launch in Maine
The upcoming product launch stems from a partnership between Novel Beverage of Scarborough and Portland’s Shipyard Brewing Co.
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From the Chamber: We need to change, now, Part III
This is the third installment of a series about changing how we make decisions in order to solve the myriad of issues that affect our businesses and society. This week we will tackle how to turn down the noise. By “turning down the noise,” I mean stop using powerful phrases that are intentionally undermining our […]