Brookfield Renewable U.S. said Monday that it has begun shutdown procedures for dams on the lower Kennebec River to help the salmon migrate.
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Amazon workers at second NYC warehouse reject union in a reversal of fortune
Amazon warehouse workers rejected a union bid on Monday, dealing a blow to organizers who last month pulled off the first successful U.S. organizing effort in the retail giant’s history.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, Uncategorized
Gov. Mills signs law legalizing sports betting; tribes get exclusive rights to online wagering
The law also reduces the tax burden on Maine’s indigenous communities and creates a new collaboration process between the tribes and the state.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Sneakers, elastic pants: People alter office wear amid COVID-19
After working remotely in sweats and yoga pants for two years, many Americans are rethinking their wardrobes to balance comfort and professionalism as offices reopen.
Posted inBusiness, Maine Cannabis Report, New England
Connecticut looks to bar out-of-state marijuana advertising
Residents living close to the Massachusetts border are complaining to lawmakers about cannabis billboards.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Rare cannabis research operation planned in Brunswick
Florida-based Maridose LLC has set up shop in TechPlace, a business incubator facility at Brunswick Landing and is seeking federal approval to grow pot for research.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine seeks to preserve downtowns with tax credit program
Lawmakers have extended a program to help rehab and reuse historic buildings that produce income.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Versant installing more than 100,000 smart meters
Maine’s second-largest electric utility is replacing and upgrading meters at many homes and small- to medium-sized businesses.
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Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining, Vegan Kitchen
From ice cream to burgers to macarons, everything’s coming up vegan in Maine
With several new businesses, Maine’s vegan footprint just keeps expanding.