The Small Business Administration funds will go toward helping entrepreneurs in Madison and Jay grow their own businesses.
J. Craig Anderson
J. Craig Anderson is a seasoned business reporter who covers a wide range of topics including banking, finance, real estate, technology and entrepreneurism. Originally from Arizona, Craig graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Arizona journalism school and has gone on to report for a variety of business and consumer publications such as the Business Journal of Phoenix, the Las Vegas Sun and the Arizona Republic. His work has earned him national recognition including Sigma Delta Chi and APA Journalism awards. Craig also served in the Army for four years, working as an intelligence analyst and Arabic linguist for the National Security Agency in Maryland. He currently lives in Freeport.
Wex has double-digit quarterly growth
The South Portland firm’s revenue rises 12.6%, and its net income increases 14.4% from a year ago.
Manufacturers Association of Maine wins award for program to boost defense industry
The Northeast Economic Development Association recognizes the group for helping defense-related companies in Maine diversify their product offerings.
Idexx reports continued gains in third quarter
The Westbrook company generated quarterly revenue of $492 million and net income of $70.5 million, but missed analysts’ revenue projections.
Irving Oil fined over deadly 2013 Lac Mégantic derailment
The company pleaded guilty in a Canadian court to 34 safety violations stemming from the disaster.
More than 2,200 pounds of drugs turned over to Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office
The office is collecting unwanted prescription medications as part of National Drug Take-Back Day.
York County casino backers’ spending now exceeds $8.3 million
Promoters of the casino measure filed their latest campaign finance reports Friday.
State enhances website that lets Mainers compare medical costs by provider
New quality-of-care indicators and updated prices are added to CompareMaine.org to help consumers be informed health care purchasers.
Bigelow Laboratory chooses new top executive
Deborah Bronk of the Virginia Institute of Marine Science will take over as president and CEO of the East Boothbay marine research institute March 1.
Northeast Bancorp’s income doubles
Its board of directors declares a cash dividend of 1 cent per share to be paid to investors Nov. 20.