More than a half dozen national chains, including Chipotle and Yankee Candle, will open at the Marketplace of Augusta later this year.
Paul Koenig
Federal grant will be used for sewer repair in Gardiner
A grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture will fund 30 percent of a $550,000 project to replace an exposed sewer pipe along Cobbossee Stream.
Process underway to build Gardiner skate park
The Gardiner City Council at its meeting last week approved the use of a section of the Waterfront Park for skateboarding until a more permanent location can be found.
Low growth of women-owned businesses in Maine likely reflects state’s low population growth
A recently released report shows that while growth of women-owned businesses has slowed, it still outpaces the growth rate of men-owned businesses or those with combined ownership since 1997.
Dogs compete in agility competition in West Gardiner
Agility Central of Maine held one of its biannual agility competitions Saturday at Shamrock Stables.
Central Maine members of FirstPark in Oakland debate its worth
After 15 years the business center hasn’t come close to paying off taxpayers.
Gardiner proposes tax increase
Gardiner City Manager Scott Morelli presented a recommended budget to councilors Wednesday night with an 8 percent tax hike.
Gardiner city staff to recommend ways to close budget shortfall
Gardiner City Council is scheduled to hear a budget presentation from city staff at its Wednesday night meeting.
Kennebec Savings Bank changing structure
The Augusta bank’s changes will make it better prepared for a financial crisis and to give it more flexibility in the future.
Gardiner launches program to attract businesses to downtown
The program will offer financial incentives to established businesses looking to open a location downtown.