U.S. Rep. Bruce Poliquin wants to pass a new measure to have coins issued honoring President George H.W. Bush and his wife, Barbara Bush.
December 2018
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Westbrook complex with Market Basket approved for $16.3 million in financing
But Dirigo Center Developers still must find buyers for the low-interest bonds, to be funneled through the Finance Authority of Maine.
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Posted inNation & World
European Union offers no lifeline to Britain’s May over her Brexit predicament
The prime minister’s divorce deal faces major opposition at home and the EU refuses to reopen negotiations, leaving her in a difficult position.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Politics
From agriculture to technology, $867 billion farm bill yields benefits for Maine
The multi-year bill will support organic food research, programs for beginning farmers and funding for expanding broadband service into rural areas, among other measures.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Chinese company to receive $12 million in tax credits to restart Old Town mill
Nine Dragons Paper Ltd. plans to restart pulp-making operations, which are expected to create or retain roughly 130 direct and 635 indirect jobs related to the business.
Posted inBooks, Life & Culture, News
Clifton native reportedly earns 7-figure contract for what a publisher calls an ‘era-defining’ novel
The plot of Kate Russell’s ‘My Dark Vanessa’ hinges on a teenager’s affair with her English teacher.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
Waterville Ward 2 school board member resigns
Susan Reisert, a board member of four years, submitted her resignation this week because she is moving to Belgrade.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Waterville city manager responds to criticism about idea of eliminating wards
Mayor Nick Isgro says “well-connected insiders” are behind the idea and that it would restrict local representation.
Posted inLocal & State, Nation & World
Bomb threats sent nationwide are hoaxes, authorities say
Portland Police was among the agencies that issued a warning to the public that the threats, sent to schools, government buildings and businesses, were hoaxes.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Mills announces details of inaugural events
Maine’s incoming governor will hold ceremonies in Augusta in keeping with state tradition, with a swearing-in on Jan. 2 and an inaugural celebration on Jan. 4, both at the Augusta Civic Center.