The Greater Franklin Development Council briefed the town on regional broadband expansion and economic initiatives that have been in progress for more than two years.
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How Backyard Farms in Madison came to rely on migrant labor
Dozens of contracted migrant workers at the facility, which once promised to employ hundreds of locals, have been detained in recent immigration enforcement operations.
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Skowhegan board OK’s marijuana grow house plans after appeal
The town’s Staff Review Committee initially rejected plans for the project at 667 Waterville Road, which is already partially in operation.
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Waterville Staples is closing. Here’s what shoppers need to know
Both a ConvenientMD primary care clinic and separate urgent care clinic are planned for the site at 40 Waterville Commons Drive.
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Augusta Kmart redevelopment recruiting first tenants for Western Avenue project
The city and its real estate partner hope to curate a commercial hub with a hotel, mixed-use building and standalone storefronts along a well-traveled stretch.
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Waterville development projects set to add more than 350 apartments
The demand for housing, though, means more apartments are needed.
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6 months later, Augusta Downtown Alliance again seeks executive director
Isabelle Lee left the position Feb. 11, creating another vacancy for the downtown organization’s top administrator.
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FirstPark in Oakland names new executive director
Kristine Logan brings 20 years of economic development experience.
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Somerset County group secures NECEC funds for broadband improvements
The $4.2 million, from a 2019 agreement related to the controversial power corridor project, will support efforts to improve internet access and infrastructure.
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Skowhegan board considers reversing denial of cannabis grow house plans
The Planning Board, which heard an appeal of the Staff Review Committee’s denial, agreed it needs more information.