It’s the second referendum drive aimed at stopping the project.
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Pandemic creates winners and losers in Maine’s commercial real estate market
Grocery and home improvement stores, as well as industrial spaces, are booming, but many restaurants have closed and new office development has ground to a halt.
Judge says he’ll rule soon on Portland hazard pay challenge but expects an appeal
No matter the ruling, the case will likely go to the state’s top court for a final decision.
Work on Keystone XL pipeline suspended before Biden revoked permit
The 1,700-mile pipeline would carry roughly 800,000 barrels of oil a day from Alberta to the Texas Gulf Coast.
Federal appeals court upholds Maine’s quarantine requirements for out-of-staters
The owners of two campgrounds and two restaurants sued the state last spring over a 14-day quarantine rule for out-of-state visitors.
Back-to-office plans vary widely among Portland-area employers
A survey of more than 160 companies in Greater Portland showed that a majority of firms don’t know when their workers will return to the office.
Maine farmers, food suppliers have received millions in federal pandemic funding
A total of 609 farms, food processors and producers, and food banks and pantries whose operations have been disrupted by the pandemic have received about $18 million to cover unexpected expenses.
Federal court strikes down major Trump climate rollback
Under President Trump, the Environmental Protection Agency has erased dozens of public health and environmental protections.
My Pillow CEO says Bed Bath & Beyond, Kohl’s, Wayfair are dropping his products
Mike Lindell, a major Republican donor, has repeatedly pushed false claims that widespread voter fraud cost President Trump the 2020 election.
Bethel approves $10 million Residences at Bethel Station project
The 38-unit condominium project will emphasize access to village