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Maine regulators deny CMP’s $7 rate hike as utility weighs potential layoffs

With its revenue stagnating, Maine’s largest utility is weighing major deferrals on infrastructure and has paused hiring for more than 70 positions.

Volunteers and staff talked about the history of the hospital and how far its come in the community.

State regulators say the company started construction too early and allowed soil runoff to choke streams and protected wetlands.

The small but popular resort has gone from 4 to 51 snowguns in 23 years, with more expected.

by PATRICK WHITTLE Associated Press October 5, 2026October 4, 2026

High gas prices, rising inflation and escalating trade wars have taken a toll on the industry.

The nonprofit at 119 Congress St. offers yoga and dance classes, massage, sauna and more.

Federal agriculture officials talked to Maine lobstermen about expanding crop insurance to cover fishing revenue losses.

The transport was expected to take two days to travel from Jay to South Portland, but it will actually be on the road for a week.

The proposal to bring back the Scotia Prince doesn’t appear to offer much convenience for the cost.

Every day, thousands of residents face the hardest financial choices, as households struggle to afford basic expenses.