James W. Sewall Co. of Old Town will look at need, demand and costs to guide communities that want to work together to create networks.
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Bankruptcy auction of historic Danforth Inn postponed to allow time for possible purchase
The owners of the 9-bedroom Portland inn hope the additional time will allow potential buyers to work out their financing.
Cacoulidis family sells waterfront land once envisioned as site for hotel and conference center
The Portland company buying the 30 acres next to Bug Light Park says it hasn’t decided how to develop it.
Bill Perry answers Five Questions
The president of Maine Instrument Flight talks about meeting the growing demand for pilots.
Oyster company lays out plans for 40-acre expansion in Brunswick
After nearly four hours of discussion and debate Thursday night, opponents of the plan will speak Monday.
Small-business lending drops sharply in Maine in 2018
The U.S. Small Business Administration said 2017 was a record year, and that fewer businesses borrowed in 2018 because of economic growth.
Unemployment in October remained at historic lows
Although it ticked up slightly to 3.4 percent, it is still lower than the national average.
Charles Canning Jr., former CEO of Pine State Trading, dies
Family members remember Canning as fiercely loyal, quick-witted, an inspiration and a mentor.
Career Expo at KVCC connects students, employers
The Nov. 15 Central Maine Career Expo brought more than 250 students and over 30 employers to Kennebec Valley Community College’s Hinckley Campus, according to an organizer.
Oregon pot stores consolidating to weather weak market
Having more places to sell allows retail chains to buy at a larger scale for a lower price.