Legislators are looking for ways to help the struggling industry, but proposed solutions are complex and controversial and time is limited.
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Sappi restructures business units to boost profits
The paper producer, which employs 1,300 workers in Maine, said the change won’t affect staffing.
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Shipyard files trademark lawsuit against Missouri brewery over ‘Shiphead’ beer
The Portland-based brewery takes issue with the name of the beer and Logboat Brewing’s labeling and packaging.
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The first Skowhegan Home Show set for 10 a.m. Saturday
Event aimed at connecting trades and suppliers with people interested in their services and products to be held under a big tent at the Skowhegan fairgrounds.
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Maine-made beauty products creating a buzz
In kitchens and small-batch workshops around Maine, farmers and foragers are getting into the beauty and skincare business.
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Janine Bisaillon-Cary to step down as president of Maine International Trade Center
The current vice president, Wade Merritt, is expected to be the new head of the organization.
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The MEMIC Group names Michael Bourque as new CEO
The longtime employee and public face of the workers’ compensation firm will take the helm later this year.
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Maine’s economy slowest-growing in New England at end of 2016
A key measure lagged in the fourth quarter of 2016, growing just 0.7 percent and ranking the state 43rd nationally.
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Bay Ferries reports strong early sales for Portland-Nova Scotia route
Ticket sales are up five-fold for the ferry, which starts its season at the end of the month.
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Court upholds whistleblower retaliation penalty against Pan Am Railways
First Circuit judges agree on appeal that the railway targeted a whistleblower worker from Maine and must pay him $260,000.