The implications of this new scrutiny – part of a broadening congressional review of U.S. engagement with China – are unclear.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Inside the National Weather Service in Gray: webcams, balloons and artful patience
The office of 15 meteorologists gathers data and makes forecasts that inform countless decisions by Mainers, businesses and even other weather forecasters.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine
Sanford man starts free snowplowing initiative for those in need
Dave King began offering free plowing last year and says there are many people who couldn’t go without it.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Politics
Time seems ripe for bipartisan action on income tax cuts in Maine
As the state enjoys a record surplus, lawmakers from both parties have submitted proposals that would reduce taxes for lower-income Mainers.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, New England, News
Storm surge: To get lights back on, Maine pays a premium for crews from away
Weather is creating more disruption to electricity service, and the state’s utilities – and ratepayers – are racking up larger bills for the extra help that’s needed as a result.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Ban on pesticides with PFAS feeds concern about unintended impacts
Some Maine farmers, including some of its 300 certified organic farmers, worry they soon won’t be able to defend their crops from pests, said Julie Ann Smith of the Maine Farm Bureau.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Lewiston, Auburn’s ‘booming’ housing market takes center stage at annual real estate conference
One broker predicted that the growth in the residential market will usher in new office, retail and industrial development.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine businesses, schools get smart at artificial intelligence meeting
A study by the Portland-based Roux Institute finds that a handful of Maine industries are using AI as a tool for increased efficiency and a host of other competitive advantages.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World, News
U.S. inflation and consumer spending cooled in December
Still, the data isn’t likely to alter expectations that the Fed will raise its key rate by a quarter-point next week.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World, News
Ford recalls nearly 383,000 SUVs to fix backup camera problem
The recall covers certain 2020 to 2023 Ford Explorers and Lincoln Aviators, and some 2020 to 2022 Lincoln Corsairs.