New proposals would limit how much landlords and businesses can cooperate with federal authorities.
May 2017
Silicon Valley’s hot new investment is virtual space
With Bitcoin’s success, cryptocurrency offers are a trendy new way to raise cash for companies.
Boating season gets off to slow start in Maine
A month of rainstorms and cool temperatures keeps boaters away.
‘Redneck’ letter of support to Ariana Grande resonates worldwide
A man from Georgia whose daughters are fans tells the singer to take care of herself and sing again.
In Big Six conservation deal, one-quarter of Maine maple syrup output at stake
A controversial proposal to secure $5.7 million in conservation funding for the forestland draws attention to political, financial and business concerns.
Central Maine business briefs
Main Street Skowhegan gets $10,000 grant; Gifford’s helps Travis Mills Foundation.
Trump leaves G-7 summit undecided on America’s status in climate accord
Opposed to the landmark agreement as a candidate, the president’s views are said to be evolving.
Gregg Allman of The Allman Brothers Band dies at 69
The Southern rock legend had canceled some 2016 tour dates for health reasons.
Trump praises trip abroad while aides avoid Kushner queries
After nine days, the president ends his first foreign trip without taking questions from reporters.
Opioid crisis puts first responders at a much higher risk for overdose
A single grain of some substances can cause a reaction simply by being absorbed into the skin.