Brad Jackson, who began in 2013, is leaving the Kenebec Regional Development Authority for the private sector.
March 2017
Posted inBusiness
Innovative Chinese CEO turns his employees loose
Workers at GE Appliances, acquired by Haier Group, become part of a nimble, decentralized company.
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Posted inNation & World
Israel OKs West Bank settlement
The White House avoids any specific condemnation of the announcement, but said it expected restraint.
Posted inNation & World
Fisherman lost at sea 2 months returns home
The young Filipino survived on rainwater and raw fish, but his uncle died.
Posted inNation & World, News
Two Republican lawmakers targeted by Russian social media campaigns
An expert in that nation’s influence-peddling efforts says House Speaker Paul Ryan of Wisconsin and Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida were subjects of Kremlin smear campaigns.
Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
White House officials linked to intelligence report given to Republican leading Russia probe
The officials allegedly gave the information to Rep. Devin Nunes, who has not disclosed his sources and is under fire for apparently coordinating with the White House.
Posted inBusiness
McDonald’s switching to fresh beef over frozen in Quarter Pounders
Its Signature line also will make the change by the middle of next year as the burger chain tries to beef up its brand.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
College softball: Thomas holds on to nip Colby
Korrie Laren’s homer the difference for Terriers.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Lincoln Academy suspends administrator after arrest on drunken-driving charge
Associate Head of School Andrew Mullin, who will miss 12 days of work and be referred to a counselor, issues a public apology.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, News, Politics
Bill would reduce size of Maine Arts Commission
The maximum number of members would drop from 21 to 15 under the proposal before a legislative committee.