For the 26th consecutive month, the state’s unemployment rate has been below 4 percent.
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Maine robotics company Howe and Howe vying for billion-dollar Army contract
The next-generation battlefield support vehicle designed by Waterboro-based Howe and Howe Technologies aced its Army field test and is advancing to the proving grounds.
Ecomaine fire shows why putting lithium-ion batteries in trash is a really bad idea
When damaged, the rechargeable batteries in computers, mobile phones and power tools can ignite with a result that could be catastrophic.
Home sales rise 11.5% in Maine
November’s median price increased 4.2% to $200,000 from the same month in 2016.
Deputy Director Peter Merrill named interim chief of MaineHousing
He will guide the affordable housing agency until a permanent replacement is found for Director John Gallagher, who is retiring Jan. 5.
With Gerard’s Pizza re-opening, downtown Gardiner celebrates resilience
Despite a devastating 2015 fire, investment continues in the historic downtown.
Farmington restaurant closes as owners opt for change
Patrick Boivin is changing careers and Chong Boivin is retiring after running the restaurant for 11 years.
Jennifer Dumond of Kennebec Chocolates answers 5 questions
The owner of Kennebec Hand Dipped Chocolates Inc. talks about her business.
Waterville’s first micro brewery to open in January
The Waterville Brewing Company, owned by four family friends, is currently under construction in the Hathaway Creative Center.
Sappi executive named 2018 Woman of Distinction by Girl Scouts of Maine
Laura Thompson, director of sustainable development and policy initiatives, was honored this month in Portland.