The Legislature’s Energy, Utilities and Technology Committee next will seek ways for Maine to pick the right mix of projects to provide the greatest benefits at the lowest cost.
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MaineHousing invests $30 million in tax credits, subsidies for affordable housing
The funding will create or preserve 430 housing units, of which 388 will serve low-income households, the agency said.
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Solar offers significant economic, ratepayer benefits in Maine, report says
The report was released by solar energy industry advocates in advance of a legislative hearing to consider pausing, diluting or repealing a Maine solar incentive program.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Crisis far from over for Maine women suffering prolonged unemployment
The state lost more than 48,000 jobs from February to December of last year, and women held 57% of those jobs. The crisis has drawn attention to systemic inequities for Maine’s working women.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine stands to get billions in relief from Biden’s American Rescue Plan
Funds for a wide variety of groups, interests and needs are included in the $1.9 trillion package that Congress is expected to approve Wednesday.
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As tax deadlines approach, Maine accountants calculate uncertainties
State and federal guidelines concerning treatment of forgiven pandemic relief loans and unemployment income still need clarification, prompting tax preparers to delay filing.
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Oxford Hills grad weds philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, one of world’s richest people
Dan Jewett, a chemistry teacher in Seattle and a member of the Oxford Hills Class of 1994, marries MacKenzie Scott, a philanthropist and ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos.
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For rural Mainers seeking broadband solutions, is Starlink the answer?
As Elon Musk’s SpaceX rockets deploy more low-orbit satellites, residents in remote areas have a new option for high-speed internet service.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World
Sen. King promotes $120 billion revitalization fund to help restaurants
The proposal would set up the fund to support independent restaurants and small franchises that are under tremendous financial pressure because of the pandemic, King said.
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Proposed bill would allow medical marijuana cooperatives in Maine
Proponents say it would level the playing field for small sellers, but opponents argue it could result in large operations that are exempt from local regulations.