AUGUSTA — Through its President’s Pick Book Donation Program, Central Maine Power is donating more than 600 copies of “How to Tap a Maple!” by Maine author Stephanie Mulligan and Maine illustrator Connie Rand to over 500 Maine public elementary schools and public libraries in CMP’s service territory this week. Maine Maple Sunday weekend will […]
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Posted inBusiness, Health, Leslie Bridgers, Maine
Think Maine therapists and Realtors are all raking it in? Not exactly
Even the industries that have seen increased demand since the pandemic have faced their own sets of challenges.
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Norway bank branch managers to help present course in Naples
NAPLES — Erin Nelson, assistant vice president, branch manager at Norway Savings Bank in Bridgton, and Mary Martell, manager of the Naples branch, are joining other financial professionals in Maine to present a course, Your Role as a Professional Banker, this spring in Naples. The course is set to be held every Tuesday from April […]
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Nation & World, News, Schools and Education
USDA halts millions in funding for University of Maine System
The move temporarily pauses the system’s agricultural research and programs weeks after President Donald Trump threatened to cut funding for Maine because it allows transgender athletes to compete in sports.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Politics
Bill seeks to give Maine legislators final approval over chief of cannabis office
State officials say the legislation unfairly singles out the Office of Cannabis Policy and undermines the executive branch, while supporters say it’s an important step in restoring trust and transparency for the industry.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News
A Coffeehouse in Waterville to close, but will host special group events
After being open for almost a year, A Coffeehouse at 252 Main St. is set to end regular hours at the end of the month.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Schools and Education
Child care providers say Maine is months behind in reimbursement payments. Lawmakers are investigating.
‘When you have one kid, one spot, who’s not being paid for essentially or not being paid for consistently, you can’t pay your bills,’ said one child care provider.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
They’re the last cobblers left in Maine — and they’re busier than ever
The cobbling tradition is being carried on by a half-dozen people in Maine, but most of them plan to retire or cut back their hours in the next few years.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
As Trump shakes up economy, winners and losers will emerge. Maine could be on the wrong side.
The state’s reliance on Canada for trade and tourism, coupled with the president’s threats to punish Maine after his public spat with Gov. Mills, could spell trouble.
Posted inBusiness, Columns, Maine
From our Managing Director: A bold new future for Maine’s local news
The Maine Trust for Local News is making moves to ensure that our communities continue to receive strong, impactful journalism — now and in the future.