The events generate $206 million in direct spending and nearly 5 times that much in other economic activity, according to a University of Southern Maine study that was commissioned by 2 business owners.
Edward D. Murphy
Ed covers the City of Westbrook and business stories for the Portland Press Herald.
Maine bicentennial flag modeled on 1901 original tops online survey
The flag with a pine tree on a blue background was favored by 59% of the more than 6,500 people who participated, and Secretary of State Matthew Dunlap says that will factor into his choice of a design.
Lawyers push to have lawsuit against CMP move forward
The class-action lawsuit was halted by a judge while state regulators investigate alleged overbilling
Maine incomes rose moderately in 2017
Personal incomes increased 2.8 percent, slightly above the national average.
Maine judge appointed to Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court
George Z. Singal will be on the panel that oversees some aspects of investigations into foreign intelligence operations.
York County Community College president retiring
Barbara Finklestein will retire at the end of June after five years as president of YCCC.
After struggles, Windham couple find special significance in Mother’s Day
Joan Baldwin suffered a stillbirth and then struggled to conceive again. Today she celebrates.
New laws sparked by CMP billing problems will make electric companies disclose more to customers
The measure requires more information about rate histories and informs customers about where to turn for help.
3-D printer hailed for potential to create wood-based products
The printer is expected to arrive at the University of Maine this summer for use in research that could open up new applications for wood.
Maine Anthem executive leaving to join competitor
Bill Whitmore is replacing Ed Kane as the vice president of the Maine Market at Harvard Pilgrim.