Dozens of people crowd a hearing on new rules that the Legislature is considering to encourage homeowner use of solar power.
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Wex Inc. may relocate its headquarters to Portland waterfront
The growing company wants to build offices across from Ocean Gateway and employ up to 650 there while retaining a strong presence in South Portland.
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Portland firm merges with NYC consultancy
Five employees with the local office of Meyers, Harrison and Pia will join Marcum LLP.
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Harsher penalties for lobstermen who cheat get legislative support
The bill includes more severe license suspensions while also backing a compromise on GPS tracking of suspected violators.
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Old Town mill eyed for full-scale plant to turn wood pulp into ingredient for diesel, jet fuel
‘The biggest obstacle now is financing,’ says Stephen Fitzpatrick, president of Biofine Technology LLC, which is partnering with UMaine on a pilot plant at the site.
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Pew report: Maine a leader in tax incentive accountability
The group praises Maine’s system of regularly evaluating its 200 state and federal programs to see if they are meeting the intended goals, and the results guide future policy decisions.
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Elite Airways announces Portland flights to Halifax
The airline will launch the Canadian route at the end of June.
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Bill to move Monhegan wind power project draws crowd to legislative hearing
Supporters say the legislation is necessary to protect the island’s lobstering and tourism, but opponents say it would kill a UMaine project that could spark a new industry built around deep-water turbines.
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Six Maine companies win prized slots in trade show’s exporter showcase
The diverse set of businesses will be featured on Trade Day in Bangor to raise their international profile.
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Relief in sight for Maine’s hospitality industry on hiring foreign seasonal workers
A congressional budget deal reached Sunday would raise the H-2B visa cap, allowing Maine’s hotels and restaurants to bring in badly needed temporary help.