Ridership on the region’s largest public transit system has grown by 45% since 2013.
Peter McGuire
Peter McGuire is a business reporter covering Maine trade, transportation and tourism. A proud native of the western Maine mountains, there is a good chance he’d rather be playing outside. Peter has covered local news for Maine newspapers in Oxford County, Brunswick, Waterville and Portland. He holds a bachelor’s degree in history from Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia and a Master’s Degree in International Relations from Boston University. He lives in Biddeford with his wife Stephanie and brown rescue dog named Emmy Lou.
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CMP wins key approval for route of proposed $1 billion transmission line
The state’s Land Use Planning Commission voted Wednesday to certify the 145-mile corridor proposed by Central Maine Power.
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Maine wine and food dealers worry new tariffs will upend business
Severe tariffs on wine, cheese, food and other products from Europe could devastate small businesses in Maine and across the U.S.
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Biddeford, Mechanics savings banks merge
Maine Community Bank plans to keep all 10 branches open, and has no plans to lay off employees, its CEO says.
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Maine Turnpike Authority owed more than $824,000 in unpaid tolls
Thousands of vehicle owners have racked up tolls and fees in the past seven years, but there are barriers to collecting the money.
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Craft breweries embrace sustainability along with remarkable growth
Maine’s craft breweries have seen a 32 percent surge over the past five years, but the industry has committed to sustainability measures to protect products and profits.
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CMP power line project complies with state rules, says staff of land use panel
The Land Use Planning Commission is scheduled to meet Jan. 8 to render a decision on the controversial power corridor.
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Investor takeover could ‘derail’ sale of Jay mill, Verso board claims
Three board members nominated by an investment group could pave the way for a merger with another paper company, the company’s board of directors warns shareholders.
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Business support grows for Westbrook-Portland rail-trail line
Companies and nonprofits are lining up behind a conceptual plan for passenger rail to reduce traffic congestion in Portland.
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Fishermen hope Mainers get hooked on ugly – but delicious – monkfish
The underappreciated species is highlighted in a food demonstration next month, part of a series to interest local seafood lovers in Maine’s diverse catch.