The state’s first long-range economic plan in 2 decades will go to the Legislature for consideration of its recommendations.
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Prospective Saddleback buyer nears deadline to raise $2 million to close the deal
Arctaris Impact Investors has given itself until Dec. 16 to raise the money through a nonprofit.
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U.S. Treasury awards more than $700,000 to Coastal Enterprises
Brunswick-based Coastal Enterprises Inc. says it will use the money for its community development work, including its focus on Maine’s food economy.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Town sees chance for growth at West Falmouth Crossing
The shopping center off Gray Road is subject to a master plan.
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Transportation bond passed by voters will benefit Gulf of Maine Research Institute
The science nonprofit will receive $1 million to restore a crumbling pier on the Portland waterfront.
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Maine hospitality industry plans free culinary training
A grant will fund training for 125 Mainers to fill gaps in the state’s food service businesses.
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Holiday campaign blitz aims to lure young professionals back home
Live and Work in Maine’s ‘Boomerang Weekend’ targets young Mainers who have left the state and may be visiting friends and family.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
City launches latest round of facade improvement program
The latest version will give business and property owners along stretches of Washington Avenue and St. John Street up to $20,000 for building improvements.
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Report: Colby College’s recent investments producing big results
Independent analysis of the economic impact from the college’s investments, both on campus and in the city, shows that from 2014 to 2018, the output was $1.1 billion in greater Waterville.
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Waterville downtown Lockwood Hotel construction on schedule
Officials say they want to have the structure of the planned 53-room hotel completed so they can start enclosing the building by Thanksgiving.