The Technical Difficulties Edition of MaineBusiness.com: 06/30/08

If you can't view this newsletter, click here. Business Headlines Blogs Maine News Direct Events Resources Classifieds Monday, June 30, 2008 Today's Business Headlines Bottled water industry faces growing opposition [Portland Press Herald] Restructured Red Shield likely to survive [Bangor Daily News] State sees net job growth [Bangor Daily News] New England braces for heating oil increases [Associated Press] Business, institutions squeeze for energy efficiency [Kennebec Journal] Renovation program seeks energy efficiency [Portland Press Herald] Rockhound gives others a chance to dig treasure [Portland Press Herald] Camps fill up, get frugal [Portland Press Herald] Red tide buoy network pays dividends [Sun Journal] New business park proposed in Auburn [Sun Journal] Public presses for Sears Island to remain as is [Village Soup] Technology, pollution doomed Penobscot River ice industry [Bangor Daily News] Regatta Banquet Center opens in Eliot [Foster's Daily Democrat] Saving gas: The myths and the facts [Kennebec Journal] Maine News Direct See recent releases and publish your own. A service of the Maine Public Relations Council and MaineBusiness.com. Freeport Square Gallery Grand Opening Reception to be held Sunday, June 29th... released 6/29/08 Portland Harbor Museum to Host Islands Transportation Talk... released 6/26/08 Auburn Savings Bank Annoucement Concerning Subscription Offering... released 6/26/08 View more releases | Post a release Mark Nutting's Blog Entries Sales and the Business Card Jun 29, 2008 07:06 AM I�m sure many of you have experienced the person handing his/her business card out to everyone they come in contact... more The Takeaway Big Tobacco, Little Pouches Jun 30, 2008 08:04 AM Have you heard about the new tobacco pouches? I hadn�t either until I opened the latest issue of... more Insurance Hints and Tips Employee Theft Blog Jun 29, 2008 10:52 PM An employee theft insurance claim is a huge hit to most business people. Not only is there the financial... more The Mindful Manager Constructive Feedback: What To Do When... Jun 26, 2008 07:02 PM ...Your Employee Disagrees With Your Feedback This week I did two seminars on giving constructive feedback and was reminded again, by... more Matthew's Blog Entries Free Rent Jun 26, 2008 03:40 PM Does anyone pay rent anymore in the city of Portland? As a landlord with 2 rental units, I find... more Better Business Better Marketing Theory Jun 26, 2008 08:51 AM Did you fall asleep reading the title? If not, read on....this gets more interesting. Everything we do... more Events Monday, June 30, 2008 SNOM Networking Event 5:30 pm, Novare Res Bier Cafe Tuesday, July 1, 2008 Career Workshop: Job Search Strategy Amy Jaffe, career counselor, 9:00 am - 10:30 am, Heart at Work office Thursday, July 3, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 12:00pm - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. Saturday, July 5, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 11:00am - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. Sunday, July 6, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 12:00pm - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. Thursday, July 10, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 12:00pm - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. Saturday, July 12, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 11:00am - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. Sunday, July 13, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 12:00pm - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. Monday, July 14, 2008 SNOM Networking Event 5:30 pm, The Stadium Restaurant & Sports Bar Tuesday, July 15, 2008 Career Workshop: Advanced Interviewing Amy Jaffe, career counselor, 9:00 am - 10:30 am, Heart at Work office more events | post an event You are subscribed as carlnatale.rocks@blogger.com. Unsubscribe here Copyright 2008 Blethen Maine Newspapers 390 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04104

The Bottled Water Blues Edition of MaineBusiness.com: 06/26/08

If you can't view this newsletter, click here. Business Headlines Blogs Maine News Direct Events Resources Classifieds Thursday, June 26, 2008 Today's Business Headlines Bankruptcy likely for Red Shield [Bangor Daily News] 'From day one, this was the place' [Kennebec Journal] Ski areas wary about energy costs [Bangor Daily News] Protestors Criticize Proposed Bottled Water Deal [MPBN Maine News] Citizens express concern over water deal [Seacoast Online] Vote on Poland Spring deal gets delayed [Portland Press Herald] Kittery doubles goal for heating oil fund [Portland Press Herald] Turnpike fleet to use more biodiesel [Portland Press Herald] The boom in scrap [Portland Press Herald] Sale of Colisee gets OK from Lewiston councilors [Associated Press] Manchester Augusta firm gets $74,000 to design fire station [Kennebec Journal] Eco-resort Developers Are Rethinking Conceptual Plan [The Ellsworth American] Off to a farm-fresh start [Portland Press Herald] Got strawberries on the brain? Then get your head in the game, because starting Friday you can pick your fill at iconic Corinth farm [Bangor Daily News] Sluggish economy, Web sales disconnect Oxford call center [Sun Journal] Developer Hallett offers traffic mitigation plan to Ogunquit selectmen [Seacoast Online] Selectmen chairman awarded oil contract for town of York [Seacoast Online] Planners like what they see of new Fairchild project [Keep ME Current] Businesses most vexed by sign rules, traffic [Keep ME Current] Red's Eats to Continue Long Time Tradition [The Lincoln County News] Belfast big box suit dismissed [Maine Coast NOW] "Two Nation Vacation" Promoted [MPBN Maine News] State DEP Cites Webber Tanks [The Ellsworth American] Commissioners Back Airlines Application, Initiate Airport Upgrades [The Ellsworth American] City Interviewing Candidates for Economic Development Position [The Ellsworth American] Barber Gives Alternative Currency a Try [The Ellsworth American] Gardiner lawyer gets reprimand [Kennebec Journal] Devoted to 'beauty of tea' [Portland Press Herald] Maine News Direct See recent releases and publish your own. A service of the Maine Public Relations Council and MaineBusiness.com. Sea Dog Brewing Company Brings Home the Gold from San Diego... released 6/25/08 5th Annual Boat Building Festival released 6/25/08 NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING released 6/24/08 View more releases | Post a release The Takeaway Energy Efficiency Tips Jun 26, 2008 07:32 AM If you�ve read the paper lately you may have read a story or two about the rising demand for wood... more The Consultant's Life What's Your Story? Jun 25, 2008 11:53 PM All great marketing revolves around a story. It is no different for consultants. Stories move people to associate with... more Insurance Hints and Tips Be Aware of Out-of-State Work Comp Exposures Jun 25, 2008 11:49 PM An Excerpt From My Book, Simmonds on Workers' Compensation Insurance: Your employees are eligible for workers' compensation benefits in the... more Mark Nutting's Blog Entries 80/20 Rule and Getting Things Done Jun 25, 2008 07:29 PM The 80/20 principle, also known as the Pareto principle, states that, for many events, 80% of the effects come from... more Internet Marketing 101 Search Engine Optimization: On-Page Factors Jun 25, 2008 12:58 PM There are few businesses that wouldn't like to appear on page one at Google for appropriate keyword phrases. But how... more Events Thursday, June 26, 2008 E2 Tech Forum to Address the Long Creek Restoration Project 7:30-9:00 a.m., Maine Audubon Education Center in Falmouth Ecotoasters Meeting 12:05 pm - 1:05 pm, Maine Dept. of Environmental Protection, Tyson Bldg., (East Side State Government Campus) Lisa Higgins 207-287-7023. Saturday, June 28, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 11:00am - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. Sunday, June 29, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 12:00pm - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. Monday, June 30, 2008 SNOM Networking Event 5:30 pm, Novare Res Bier Cafe Tuesday, July 1, 2008 Career Workshop: Job Search Strategy Amy Jaffe, career counselor, 9:00 am - 10:30 am, Heart at Work office Thursday, July 3, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 12:00pm - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. Saturday, July 5, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 11:00am - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. Sunday, July 6, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 12:00pm - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. Thursday, July 10, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 12:00pm - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. more events | post an event You are subscribed as carlnatale.rocks@blogger.com. Unsubscribe here Copyright 2008 Blethen Maine Newspapers 390 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04104

The Summer Business Guide Edition of MaineBusiness.com: 06/25/08

If you can't view this newsletter, click here. Business Headlines Blogs Maine News Direct Events Resources Classifieds Wednesday, June 25, 2008 Today's Business Headlines Advice to make job tolerable [Portland Press Herald] Fuel costs threaten jetport flights [Portland Press Herald] Council gives OK to sale of Colisee [Sun Journal] Tourism outlook questionable as I-95 sees fewer cars [Seacoast Online] Economic stimulus checks available to retirees, veterans [Seacoast Online] Used goods shops may get a break from forms [Portland Press Herald] Council estimates mill rate of 15 [Bangor Daily News] Land deal makes way for shipyard, 30 jobs [Bangor Daily News] Red tide forcing more shellfish closures Down East [Bangor Daily News] Big-box lawsuit dismissed; Court: 'appeal moot' [Village Soup] Ruling ends lawsuit over big-box stores [Bangor Daily News] Negotiations continue on Stinson site sale [Bangor Daily News] Flea market aims to revitalize Northern Plaza [Bangor Daily News] Rumford lawyer awaits hearing on fate in profession [Sun Journal] St. Mary's Health System plans building in Auburn [Sun Journal] Wildlife, noise studies discussed at Roxbury wind-power meeting [Sun Journal] Maine group questions Real ID grant [Sun Journal] Locals helping locals with donations [Seacoast Online] Lobster Foundation continues rope exchanges in anticipation of new Whale Rule [Seacoast Online] Selectmen chairman awarded oil contract for town of York [Seacoast Online] Oil prices in Maine steady [Associated Press] Push for beverage tax veto gains momentum [Keep ME Current] Beer, soda tax veto petition has a shot [Village Soup] Excise tax collections dwindle [Keep ME Current] Acton developer proposing pellet plant [Keep ME Current] Downtown conference attracts more than 200 [Keep ME Current] Stinson negotiations go private after bidding halts at $850,000 [Village Soup] Camden Planning Board to hold hearing on Harbor Business District citizens petition [Village Soup] Cannery sale up in air [Maine Coast NOW] Sale proposal rejected, plans for Ballpark stall [Portland Press Herald] KeyBank in Ellsworth gets face-lift [Bangor Daily News] Dam will get rubber upgrade [Kennebec Journal] Maine News Direct See recent releases and publish your own. A service of the Maine Public Relations Council and MaineBusiness.com. Legislative candidate e-mail addresses listed to ask seven informative questions... released 6/25/08 Local Adoption Agency to Hold Information Meeting... released 6/24/08 Maine Juvenile Fire Safety Program Brings Play Safe! Be Safe! Training to New Gloucester Dayc... released 6/23/08 View more releases | Post a release The Takeaway Summer Business Guide Jun 25, 2008 07:52 AM It's finally here -- the First Annual Summer Business Guide! The staff at the MaineBusiness global... more Insurance Hints and Tips Family Waves (sic) Jun 24, 2008 10:20 PM An excerpt from my book, Simmonds on Workers' Compensation Insurance: Is your spouse working for you? How about your... more Breaking Even, Inc. Ten Things You Need In Your Kitchen (Besides Jun 24, 2008 12:22 PM I spend a lot of time thinking about food. I think it's because I feel like buying food is more... more jay77's Blog Entries OIL PRICES!!! Jun 24, 2008 09:46 AM I just want to say "KUDOS TO THE SAUDI'S!!!" for finally pointing out the real reason for our oil prices... more Events Wednesday, June 25, 2008 PROPEL Night at the Comedy Connection Jim Lauletta, Comedy Connection 772-2811. Thursday, June 26, 2008 E2 Tech Forum to Address the Long Creek Restoration Project 7:30-9:00 a.m., Maine Audubon Education Center in Falmouth Ecotoasters Meeting 12:05 pm - 1:05 pm, Maine Dept. of Environmental Protection, Tyson Bldg., (East Side State Government Campus) Lisa Higgins 207-287-7023. Saturday, June 28, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 11:00am - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. Sunday, June 29, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 12:00pm - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. Monday, June 30, 2008 SNOM Networking Event 5:30 pm, Novare Res Bier Cafe Tuesday, July 1, 2008 Career Workshop: Job Search Strategy Amy Jaffe, career counselor, 9:00 am - 10:30 am, Heart at Work office Thursday, July 3, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 12:00pm - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. Saturday, July 5, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 11:00am - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. Sunday, July 6, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 12:00pm - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. more events | post an event You are subscribed as carlnatale.rocks@blogger.com. Unsubscribe here Copyright 2008 Blethen Maine Newspapers 390 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04104

The Guide to Interviewing Political Candidates Edition of MaineBusiness.com: 06/24/08

If you can't view this newsletter, click here. Business Headlines Blogs Maine News Direct Events Resources Classifieds Tuesday, June 24, 2008 Today's Business Headlines The name game in Augusta [Kennebec Journal] Big night for Colisee [Sun Journal] A booming business in 'low-mileage lettuce' [Boston.com] Junior League of Bangor folds after 76 years [Bangor Daily News] Sappi mill in new hands [Portland Press Herald] Bank branch opens at inn on Peaks [Portland Press Herald] A big change for recycling in South Portland [Portland Press Herald] $3.50 a gallon: What a deal! [Kennebec Journal] Houlton to extend sewer services [Bangor Daily News] Thomaston ready to develop former prison property [Bangor Daily News] Former tannery building to be razed for fish bypass [Bangor Daily News] Tri-Town workers threaten walkout [Sun Journal] Pellet stove sales brisk [Sun Journal] Fed expected to hold rates [Associated Press] Sailing away: French & Webb triple launch flawless [Village Soup] Poland Spring Request Meets Resistance in Kennebunk [MPBN Maine News] Supporters of Energy Project Lament Bottleneck [MPBN Maine News] Soccer tourney a boon to southern Maine [Associated Press] A Seattle Times Co. lawsuit reveals a tightening noose [Crosscut] Midcoast fishermen, lobstermen find different solutions for similar challenges [Village Soup] It's time to let go of claims against McGowan [Morning Sentinel] Tax oil companies to help energy conservation efforts [Bangor Daily News] Bangor Savings remains strong [Bangor Daily News] Life is a highway for veteran traffic flagger [Bangor Daily News] Maine News Direct See recent releases and publish your own. A service of the Maine Public Relations Council and MaineBusiness.com. Sixth Annual MAINE BOATS, HOMES & HARBORS SHOW... released 6/23/08 You Try Landing in a Moving Raft from 11,000 Feet in the Air... released 6/23/08 Northeast Bank Teams Up with Aubuchon Hardware to Help Mainers Trade in Old Wood Stoves for Cleaner ... released 6/20/08 View more releases | Post a release Speaking of Politics Seven questions to ask your candidates Jun 23, 2008 04:49 PM With only 1.3 million people in Maine, you should be able to meet or communicate with the candidates who seek... more The Takeaway Digital Overtime Jun 24, 2008 07:40 AM I read an interesting article in the New York Times today about how BlackBerrys are... more Insurance Hints and Tips Give Yourself Some Work Comp Credit Jun 24, 2008 07:00 AM An Excerpt From My Book, Simmonds on Workers' Compensation Insurance: Most workers' compensation insurers allow underwriters pricing discretion of up... more Internet Marketing 101 The Secrets to Ranking #1 at Google... Jun 23, 2008 01:42 PM ...will not be revealed here. However, I found a fascinating Web page at seomoz.org called Google Search Engine Ranking... more Diversfied Business Communcations' Diversified�s Business Communications Brings Jun 23, 2008 11:07 AM Diversified�s Business Communications Brings Home the Gold at the 2008 American Business Awards Portland, Maine � June 12,... more PROPEL - Young Business Leaders Tough real estate market offers opportunity Jun 23, 2008 10:50 AM By Casey Hamlin, First Financial Mortgage (www.firstinmaine.com) The American Dream is home ownership. For young professionals, there has never been... more Better Business Do You Live up to the Hype? Jun 23, 2008 09:08 AM Over the last few weeks, in the world of high school distance running, all eyes have been... more Events Wednesday, June 25, 2008 PROPEL Night at the Comedy Connection Jim Lauletta, Comedy Connection 772-2811. Thursday, June 26, 2008 E2 Tech Forum to Address the Long Creek Restoration Project 7:30-9:00 a.m., Maine Audubon Education Center in Falmouth Ecotoasters Meeting 12:05 pm - 1:05 pm, Maine Dept. of Environmental Protection, Tyson Bldg., (East Side State Government Campus) Lisa Higgins 207-287-7023. Saturday, June 28, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 11:00am - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. Sunday, June 29, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 12:00pm - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. Tuesday, July 1, 2008 Career Workshop: Job Search Strategy Amy Jaffe, career counselor, 9:00 am - 10:30 am, Heart at Work office Thursday, July 3, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 12:00pm - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. Saturday, July 5, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 11:00am - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. Sunday, July 6, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 12:00pm - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. Thursday, July 10, 2008 The Golf Clinic - addictive virtual golf 12:00pm - 5:00pm, The Golf Clinic 874-9900. more events | post an event You are subscribed as carlnatale.rocks@blogger.com. Unsubscribe here Copyright 2008 Blethen Maine Newspapers 390 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04104