Some scholars and activists interpreted his comments Monday as a softening of the church’s stance against same-sex relationships.
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J. Craig Anderson is a seasoned business reporter who covers a wide range of topics including banking, finance, real estate, technology and entrepreneurism. Originally from Arizona, Craig graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Arizona journalism school and has gone on to report for a variety of business and consumer publications such as the Business Journal of Phoenix, the Las Vegas Sun and the Arizona Republic. His work has earned him national recognition including Sigma Delta Chi and APA Journalism awards. Craig also served in the Army for four years, working as an intelligence analyst and Arabic linguist for the National Security Agency in Maryland. He currently lives in Freeport.
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Portland OKs pier leases for two seafood processors
Shucks Maine Lobster will open an 18,800-square-foot facility on the Maine State Pier in January. Ready Seafood Co. will expand its existing operations on the pier.
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Maine’s jobless rate unchanged for June
The unemployment rate stays at 6.8 percent, better than the national rate and the lowest it has been since November 2008.
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Workplace deaths rise in Maine
The state’s job-related fatality rate exceeds the national rate, the latest figures show.
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In Maine, sudden sting at the gas pump
Summer demand and Egypt unrest push the state’s average price well above the national level, and it could jump another 25 to 30 cents.
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Sharing offices works for Maine startups
More than a half-dozen co-working facilities have opened in Greater Portland since January 2011.
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Mainers paying a premium for homeowners’ insurance
Maine homeowners pay more, and some struggle to get quotes, in the wake of destructive Atlantic storms.
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Mistreated by debt collector? Tell regulators
A complaint registry goes live online on the day a Portland hearing is held on industry practices.
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Fire slows traffic on Maine Turnpike
Southbound lanes were shut down for about 15 minutes after a fire engulfed a pickup truck heading south near Wells.
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Amid cuts, Maine hospitals still paying million dollar salaries
Critics say medical facilities plead poverty and lay off workers but continue to compensate executives and surgeons with substantial payouts.