AUGUSTA — The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry recently announced Melissa Hamlin as the PFAS Fund management specialist. Hamlin brings more than two decades of experience developing and executing complex projects, particularly in sustainable solutions within the marine construction environment. Her knowledge spans project and contract management in scientific and technical contexts, according […]
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Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry names new Land for Maine’s Future program director
AUGUSTA — The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry recently announced Laura Graham as Land for Maine’s Future program director. Graham brings wide-ranging experience and knowledge of conservation easement and land acquisition transactions, including strategic project selection, supportive policy, and successful funding and implementation. Currently a senior planner at the LMF, Graham brings expertise in […]
Franklin Health pediatrics recognized for excellence in pediatric care
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Hannaford Supermarkets earns top score for LGBTQ+ workplace equality
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Walt McKee to join teaching faculty at 2024 Harvard Law School Trial Program
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Franklin Savings Bank announces promotions
FARMINGTON — Franklin Savings Bank has announced three promotions in its management team. Jennifer Merrill has been named assistant vice president, commercial loan officer; Courtney Austin is now assistant vice president, marketing director; and Katie Deming is the new assistant vice president, customer service, in Farmington and Wilton branch manager. Merrill joined the bank in […]
International court rules against Guatemala in a landmark Indigenous and environmental rights case
Guatemala violated Indigenous rights by permitting a huge nickel mine on tribal land almost 2 decades ago, the Inter-American Court of Human Rights ruled.
How the world’s first deal to ditch fossil fuels was forged at COP28
A controversial leader. A universally hated draft. Against all odds, climate negotiators reached their first-ever agreement on moving away from coal, oil and gas.
Congressional Budget Office projects lower inflation, higher unemployment over next 2 years
The office’s Current View of the Economy from 2023 to 2025 report estimates that the unemployment rate will rise to 4.4% by the end of 2024.