The governor’s veto is narrowly sustained amid warnings that L.D. 1504 would raise electricity prices, leaving a plan to phase out financial inducements for rooftop panels in effect.
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Energy giant Con Ed proposes to deliver Maine wind energy to Boston
The New York utility wants to partner with a group of energy developers called Maine Power Express LLC to build a 630-megawatt wind facility in Penobscot and Aroostook counties.
Idexx revenues beat expectations
The animal health care company reported revenues 9 percent higher than the second quarter of 2016.
Two new hotels with 278 rooms planned for Portland waterfront
The proposals would add to other hospitality projects in the works, as developers continue to show confidence in the city’s hot tourism market.
ImmuCell closes on $1 million equity funding
The Portland maker of health products for cows expects that the financing will help it launch new products.
British author shines light on sustainability at Skowhegan’s Kneading Conference
Francis Percival tells attendees that revisiting forgotten practices is “a narrative of hardship.”
Gardiner’s Sebago Lake Distillery fires up its still
By October, the distiller, one of the businesses working to make Gardiner a regional food hub, expects to be selling its rum in Maine.
Unum’s income increased in second quarter
The results prompt the company to revise its outlook for the year.
Wex continues rapid growth in second quarter
The South Portland payment-processing firm says its revenue increased across all areas of the business.
Manchester’s Copies Etc shares inspiring messages with motorists
With a prime spot on busy U.S. Route 202, the business has chosen to share catchy quotations instead of sell products — and customers love it.