A new report lays out priorities to boost business competitiveness, lower housing costs and increase wages 20% within the next decade.
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West Gardiner dog gym seeks to build strong bond between animal and owner
Mr. Dog Training’s new Canine Enrichment Center is offering training and rentals at its facility.
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See 3 historic riverfront mills in Maine that offer modern apartment living
Converted industrial properties in Biddeford, Lewiston and Skowhegan show what can be done with sturdy brick buildings and a little imagination.
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Skowhegan board again rejects fund request for law firm with crumbling wall
Town officials continue to disagree over the best use of tax increment financing.
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Skowhegan board squabbles over TIF grant for law firm’s crumbling wall
The debate over the request from Merrill, Hyde, Fortier & Youney for $13,000 underlined disagreement over the best use of TIF funding.
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Affordable housing developer proposes 10-unit project in Skowhegan
Portland-based Community Housing of Maine says it was drawn to the town in part because of ongoing economic revitalization efforts.
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Skowhegan Indian sculpture has a new owner
The Skowhegan Regional Chamber of Commerce is passing the torch to a nonprofit launched by local café owner Joe Almand.
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Fiber internet available in 96% of Franklin County after expansion push, officials say
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.