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Renee Cordes predominantly covers local business and industry news in Maine, with a focus on economic forecasts, nonprofit activities, and private sector announcements. Her coverage includes insights from government sources and data citations.
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"The goal is that nobody in Maine with a serious technology has to figure out the federal maze alone, and nobody in government has to look hard to find us," Kevin Compher, managing director of First Light Works, told Mainebiz.
By: Renee Cordes
Allagash Brewing Co. has hired Matt Place, formerly with Connecticut-based Athletic Brewing Co.. to oversee a 30-person sales team.
Out of 505 nominations submitted to the 2026 Maine Family Business Awards, 51 have been named semifinalists by the Institute for Family Owned Business, a Portland-based nonprofit.
When getting a business off the ground, an entrepreneur has financing options. While some prefer to stay scrappy and avoid loans with a vengeance, others
By: Renee Cordes
Phil Coupe, co-founder of South Portland-based solar company ReVision Energy , sees significant potential for electric boats in Maine, both for recreational and commercial use.
Hannaford Bros. Co. defended its compensation policy for salaried department managers after agreeing to pay close to $9 million to settle a class
The Portland-based nonprofit cultural hub and member-supported library, selected George Jreije from 51 applicants for the year-long residency, which begins Sept. 22.
Penobscot Community Health Care plans to close its Adult Wellness Center practice in Bangor later this year and eliminate 16 jobs.
The 6th Biennial Portland Arts & Culture Summit will take place on Sept. 22 at the University of Southern Maine campus in Portland.
By: Renee Cordes
"We give too many passes as an act of compassion, and that’s why we have what we have," Portland Mayor Mark Dion told a Thursday forum in Portland. It’s really time to say, ‘No, enough.’”
