Call2Test developed an app that alerts people on probation or parole of drug tests and mandated appointments. Its founder hopes to roll out the app in Maine, as he’s done in 29 other states.
Maine business
Fogg’s Boatworks expands charter service in Casco Bay
The company of 5th-generation sea captains is trying to fill a niche by offering charters in a boat that holds up to 49 passengers.
Gulf of Maine Research Institute sets up for-profit wing
The science nonprofit wants to advance its mission through the free market.
Coastal Enterprises creates aquaculture loan program
Sea Farm Loans are intended to help finance shellfish or sea vegetable farmers who may not be able to get loans from other lenders.
Unusual flea market find: Puerto Rican food
A new food stand is scheduled to open Saturday at the popular Montsweag Flea Market in Woolwich.
Local grocer rolling out a new food cart in Portland
A&C Grocery Food Factory will launch Tuesday at Austin Street Brewery.
Summit to tap dairy cows to make pipeline gas
Summit Natural Gas unveils a plan to make biogas from cow manure on a farm in Clinton and pump it into their pipeline network.
Saco dye house that boosted New England textile industry has shut down
Maine Textiles International said it racked up overwhelming debt and encountered management problems after an equipment upgrade and expansion effort.
Maine home sales and prices bucked trends by rebounding in April
The state’s housing market was back up last month after months of relative decline in sales volume and price growth.
Federal watchdog flags issues with high-tech Zumwalt destroyers built at BIW
The Government Accountability Office again finds flaws with the over-budget program, but analysts say the blame falls on the Pentagon.