J. Craig Anderson

Staff Writer

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.

Maine, News, Politics

Protest group accuses Collins of hard-right turn after Trump’s election

by J. Craig Anderson February 5, 2017February 5, 2017

But a spokeswoman for Maine’s senior U.S. senator disputes the allegation, saying she makes the best decisions she can ‘regardless of political pressure from either side.’

Maine, News

‘Messy storm’ expected to hit Maine on Tuesday

by J. Craig Anderson February 5, 2017February 5, 2017

The National Weather Service forecasts 4-6 inches of snow in the Portland area and up to a foot farther north, followed by sleet, freezing rain and rain.

Business, Food, Maine, News

Maine food and beverage sellers win big when Patriots play in the Super Bowl

by J. Craig Anderson February 4, 2017February 5, 2017

Supermarkets, pizza delivery joints, alcohol sellers, sports bars and party supply stores all get a piece of the action.

Business, News

Idexx posts double-digit boost in revenue, profits

by J. Craig Anderson February 2, 2017February 2, 2017

Shares of the company immediately rose by 6 percent on news of the strong earnings.

Business, Maine, News

Unum reports record profits in 2016

by J. Craig Anderson February 1, 2017February 2, 2017

The Tennessee-based disability insurance provider employs 3,000 workers in Maine.

Business, Maine, News, Politics

Business leaders fear Trump travel ban will have chilling effect on Maine economy

by J. Craig Anderson February 1, 2017February 1, 2017

The message to immigrants and threat of future policy changes will inhibit innovation and keep foreign workers badly needed by businesses from coming to the state, they say.

Business, Maine, News

Waterfront project worth as much as $30 million hinges on Portland zoning change, official says

by J. Craig Anderson January 21, 2017January 21, 2017

‘There likely will not be a project’ if Americold can’t get the height limit raised for its proposed cold-storage warehouse, says the head of the Maine Port Authority.