Daily Digest: Hannaford to buy Green Street Market

If you can't view this newsletter, click here. | Has this been forwarded to you? Sign up for the Daily Digest Business Headlines Blogs Maine News Direct Events Resources Classifieds Friday, February 12, 2010 Today's Business Headlines Hannaford announces plan to buy and close Garden Street Market [Seacoast Online] Bill to allow car sales on Sundays stalls out [Portland Press Herald] Gambling expansion eyed for budget gap [Kennebec Journal] Panel gives OK to lottery expansion [Bangor Daily News] Portland brings in MIT class to help plan development [Portland Press Herald] Winter siphons heating aid from North [The Associated Press] Growing workers for a green economy [Morning Sentinel] Group seeks allies to block new wind farm [Portland Press Herald] Somerset County Wind Project Sparks Opposition [MPBN Maine News] Union considers rules on wind turbine types [Bangor Daily News] 'District Heating' Touted in Northeast [MPBN Maine News] Officials sort through jobs summit ideas [WCSH6 News Center] UMaine, Waterville co. launch paper industry innovation [Mainebiz] Talks on Westbrook bar's license come up empty [Portland Press Herald] Rockweed symposium at UMaine urges research on harvest impact [Bangor Daily News] Rumford: Proposed taxi law changes OK'd [Sun Journal] Brewer councilors spar over zoning [Bangor Daily News] Bar Harbor pier to get a facelift [Bangor Daily News] Ocean Properties' motion for summary judgment denied in disabilities act lawsuit [Bar Harbor Times] Southwest Harbor: Two Gatsby appeals torpedoed - third still afloat [Bar Harbor Times] Wilton: Paper and cloth printing combined [Sun Journal] Rockland gives backing to apparel manufacturer [The Herald Gazette] Pearl restaurant to open on Rockland waterfront [The Herald Gazette] Lisbon Falls: Downeast Energy wins award [Sun Journal] Healthy Androscoggin: Gagnon named as coordinator [Sun Journal] Community Job Fair date set [Sun Journal] Farmington: Agriculture fair planned for farmers and customers [Sun Journal] Good Works [Portland Press Herald] The Takeaway Lower prices not value Feb 12, 2010 06:14 AM OK, it's a tough economy. So consumers are looking for a deal. It doesn't mean you have to have the... more Maine News Direct See recent releases and publish your own. DAMARISCOTTA RIVER GRILL'S "ART AT THE GRILL" SERIES TO RECOGNIZE TALENTED TEACHER AND STUDENTS... released 2/11/10 Freeport Village Station Announces Leases for ... released 2/5/10 HARRY MANX AND SUSAN WERNER IN CONCERT FEB. 13TH.... released 2/10/10 View more releases | Post a release Events Tuesday, February 16, 2010 Job Club Tuesdays Corporate Headhunter / SMARTmaine Founder - Mark E. Renkert, MCsl, 10:00am to 12:00pm, Portland Cumberland Club 802 318 4136. Thursday, February 18, 2010 Business After Hours - sponsored by PROPEL 5:30-7:30PM, Residence Inn by the Marriott PROPEL Luncheon with Allagash Brewery's Rob Tod 12-1:15PM, Greater Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce Friday, February 19, 2010 A Tribute to Patsy Cline Donna Lee, 7:00 PM, Nasson Community Center in Springvale, MA Tuesday, February 23, 2010 Calling All Entrepreneurs Maine Angel coaches, experienced entrepreneurs & investors, 12:00-5:00 PM, Abromson Center 228-8524. Fun and Educational Presentation on Personal Finance and Investing Amy Keating and Alison Hinson, 7 pm - 8 pm, falmouth public library 207-749-7161. Job Club Tuesdays Corporate Headhunter / SMARTmaine Founder - Mark E. Renkert, MCsl, 10:00am to 12:00pm, Portland Cumberland Club 802 318 4136. Wednesday, February 24, 2010 Storytelling: A Path to Hearts, Minds and Pocketbooks Institute for Civic Leadership, 9 a.m. to noon, United Way of Greater Portland 773-3254 (ext. 100). Thursday, February 25, 2010 Hydro Quebec and the Eastern Canadian Energy Dynamic 8:30 am - 10:45 am, Eames Learning Center 207-541-7455. more events | post an event You are subscribed as carlnatale.r0xx@blogger.com. Unsubscribe here Copyright 2010 MaineToday Media, Inc. 390 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04104

Daily Digest: Rent-A-Husband owner pledges to fight charges

If you can't view this newsletter, click here. | Has this been forwarded to you? Sign up for the Daily Digest Business Headlines Blogs Maine News Direct Events Resources Classifieds Thursday, February 11, 2010 Today's Business Headlines Rent-A-Husband's founder calls charges bogus, is 'fighting back' [Portland Press Herald] Turbine noise foes seek new standard [Portland Press Herald] Challenge to Wind Power Law Comes Before Maine Supreme Court [MPBN Maine News] Union plans wind energy regulations [The Herald Gazette] As electric co-op conducts sound experiment, Vinalhaven residents debate solution to turbine noise issue [The Working Waterfront] Wind foes bewail project [Morning Sentinel] Loggevity pay back on table for state workers [Kennebec Journal] Baldacci Proposes to Ease Impact of Budget Cuts on State Workers [MPBN Maine News] Governor proposes budget changes [Bangor Daily News] Survey: 11 percent of Maine adults lack health insurance [The Associated Press] With two galleries, passion on display [Portland Press Herald] An arena for art [Portland Press Herald] USPS files site plan for old Bangor court [Bangor Daily News] State fights to keep Northern Maine rail lines [WCSH6 News Center] Brunswick tightens rules for New Meadows quahog harvesters [The Forecaster] Brunswick, Maine Street Station developer close to financing plan for inn [The Forecaster] Camden Planning Board hears comments on design standards [The Herald Gazette] Local officers resume control of embattled Bath Iron Works union [The Forecaster] Trenton: New design studio offers innovation [Bar Harbor Times] Orono: Ultra Lounge faces liquor hurdle [The Maine Campus] Orono: After first sale falls through, a new one for Bear Brew [The Maine Campus] Caribou insurer expands firm to Presque Isle [Bangor Daily News] Gray: Mark Pariano: cooking up creative dishes at DiSanto's [The Independent] WorkReady to graduate 14 [Morning Sentinel] Bank offers free skiing in Lee on Sunday [Bangor Daily News] Cook promoted at Mechanics Savings [Sun Journal] Bangor Savings branch opens [Sun Journal] Lisbon Falls: ETTI, AGC Maine sponsor safety seminar [Sun Journal] Internet Marketing 101 Drive: The Science of Motivation Feb 10, 2010 08:09 PM I just finished Daniel Pink's great new book Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us.... more The Takeaway If you can go green, you can innovate Feb 11, 2010 07:13 AM If you're looking for ways to green your business, go to your employees. They're the ones who will... more PowerPLAY Why Buy Local? Feb 10, 2010 11:30 AM You should buy local for the following reasons:... more Events Thursday, February 11, 2010 Effective PR - Dealing With News Media in the Age of Twitter Skip King, 12:30-02:30, Abromson Center 228-8524. Monday, February 15, 2010 Job Club Tuesdays Corporate Headhunter / SMARTmaine Founder - Mark E. Renkert, MCsl, 10:00am to 12:00pm, Portland Cumberland Club 802 318 4136. Tuesday, February 16, 2010 Job Club Tuesdays Corporate Headhunter / SMARTmaine Founder - Mark E. Renkert, MCsl, 10:00am to 12:00pm, Portland Cumberland Club 802 318 4136. Thursday, February 18, 2010 Business After Hours - sponsored by PROPEL 5:30-7:30PM, Residence Inn by the Marriott PROPEL Luncheon with Allagash Brewery's Rob Tod 12-1:15PM, Greater Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce Friday, February 19, 2010 A Tribute to Patsy Cline Donna Lee, 7:00 PM, Nasson Community Center in Springvale, MA Tuesday, February 23, 2010 Calling All Entrepreneurs Maine Angel coaches, experienced entrepreneurs & investors, 12:00-5:00 PM, Abromson Center 228-8524. Fun and Educational Presentation on Personal Finance and Investing Amy Keating and Alison Hinson, 7 pm - 8 pm, falmouth public library 207-749-7161. Job Club Tuesdays Corporate Headhunter / SMARTmaine Founder - Mark E. Renkert, MCsl, 10:00am to 12:00pm, Portland Cumberland Club 802 318 4136. Wednesday, February 24, 2010 Storytelling: A Path to Hearts, Minds and Pocketbooks Institute for Civic Leadership, 9 a.m. to noon, United Way of Greater Portland 773-3254 (ext. 100). more events | post an event Maine News Direct See recent releases and publish your own. 2010 Tri for a Cure Registration to Open at Midnight on Saturday, February 6... released 2/4/10 Maine Humanities Council Announces New Center for the Book Director... released 2/9/10 AIGA Maine presents: an evening with Stanley Hainsworth... released 2/10/10 View more releases | Post a release You are subscribed as carlnatale.r0xx@blogger.com. Unsubscribe here Copyright 2010 MaineToday Media, Inc. 390 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04104

Daily Digest: Group turns up heat on restaurant wages

If you can't view this newsletter, click here. | Has this been forwarded to you? Sign up for the Daily Digest Business Headlines Blogs Maine News Direct Events Resources Classifieds Wednesday, February 10, 2010 Today's Business Headlines Study: Restaurant worker pay is low [Portland Press Herald] Report: Low Wages, Labor Violations Rampant in Restaurant Industry [MPBN Maine News] State eyes federal jobs bill [Bangor Daily News] Democrats call for jobs bill [Kennebec Journal] Maine's Top Democrats Call on Feds to Help State Create Jobs [MPBN Maine News] Smelting or melting? [Kennebec Journal] Contractor license delay sought [Kennebec Journal] Briefcase: FairPoint will start paying Mainers rebates in March [Portland Press Herald] Activists' appeal to put wind rules in spotlight [Portland Press Herald] House OKs carrier for Portland [The Associated Press] Fraser aims to heal pain of workers [Bangor Daily News] Ellsworth: Clam Diggers Closer to Regional Harvesting Ordinance [WABI TV5] Great Diamond Island hotel could get green light [Mainebiz] Portland urges landlords to take advantage of rehab program [The Forecaster] Orono: Symposium to focus on rockweed resource and fishery [Bar Harbor Times] Former owner of Maine Shoes buys it back, starts new company [Sun Journal] Peaks Island budget proposal includes ferry and parking discounts, additional police [The Forecaster] Portland's East Bayside area to be part of national planning effort [The Forecaster] Time-based trade network creates cash-free economy [The Forecaster] Orono council opposes liquor license for club [Bangor Daily News] Rockport voters to decide on zoning exception [The Herald Gazette] Auburn: Dag's Bait celebrates reopening [Sun Journal] Southwest Harbor: Gatsby's open, but still under fire [Bar Harbor Times] Rockland: '207' to film at Brass Compass [The Herald Gazette] New store opens in West Minot [Sun Journal] Giving back: Business making a difference [Sun Journal] Good Works [Portland Press Herald] Hecker joins Keller Williams [Sun Journal] Maine News Direct See recent releases and publish your own. Morton & Furbish in Rangeley Acquires Neighboring Agency Office from Northeast Bank Insurance Group... released 2/4/10 2010 Tri for a Cure Registration to Open at Midnight on Saturday, February 6... released 2/4/10 Maine Adoption Program Clears Up Misconceptions Surrounding the Adoption of Haitian Children ... released 2/9/10 View more releases | Post a release Sage Solutions Clothing with a Lighter 'Fut' Step Feb 10, 2010 07:06 AM When Rachel Piper of Cape Elizabeth started the Wildfut organic apparel company in 2008, she was still working full-time at... more The Takeaway Why do I have to pay for your services? Feb 10, 2010 06:47 AM Are you free? If I come by your business to get this thing I need, will you give it to... more Smart Branding Why is Honesty So Difficult? Feb 9, 2010 09:21 AM Honesty - quick and forthright - is always the best policy. Why then, is something so simple ultimately so difficult,... more Financial Sense Homebuyer Tax Credit Details Feb 9, 2010 08:11 AM If you are shopping around for a new home, you may want to act fast to take advantage of the... more Events Wednesday, February 10, 2010 Mid-Maine Chamber February Business After Hours 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM, Hathaway Creative Center 873-3315. Mid-Maine Chamber February Business Breakfast Cyber-Security for your Business, 7:30 - 9:00 AM, Thomas College Student Center 873-3315. Portland SCORE Chapter 53 Chapter Meeting Christopher Pinkham and Rich Brooks, 9:00 a.m., SCORE Offices 207-772-1147. Thursday, February 11, 2010 Effective PR - Dealing With News Media in the Age of Twitter Skip King, 12:30-02:30, Abromson Center 228-8524. Monday, February 15, 2010 Job Club Tuesdays Corporate Headhunter / SMARTmaine Founder - Mark E. Renkert, MCsl, 10:00am to 12:00pm, Portland Cumberland Club 802 318 4136. Tuesday, February 16, 2010 Job Club Tuesdays Corporate Headhunter / SMARTmaine Founder - Mark E. Renkert, MCsl, 10:00am to 12:00pm, Portland Cumberland Club 802 318 4136. Thursday, February 18, 2010 Business After Hours - sponsored by PROPEL 5:30-7:30PM, Residence Inn by the Marriott PROPEL Luncheon with Allagash Brewery's Rob Tod 12-1:15PM, Greater Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce Friday, February 19, 2010 A Tribute to Patsy Cline Donna Lee, 7:00 PM, Nasson Community Center in Springvale, MA Tuesday, February 23, 2010 Calling All Entrepreneurs Maine Angel coaches, experienced entrepreneurs & investors, 12:00-5:00 PM, Abromson Center 228-8524. more events | post an event You are subscribed as carlnatale.r0xx@blogger.com. Unsubscribe here Copyright 2010 MaineToday Media, Inc. 390 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04104

Daily Digest: Fairpoint to shed 2/3 debt in Chapter 11

If you can't view this newsletter, click here. | Has this been forwarded to you? Sign up for the Daily Digest Business Headlines Blogs Maine News Direct Events Resources Classifieds Tuesday, February 9, 2010 Today's Business Headlines U.S. and Canada Reach Agreement on Stimulus Project Bidding [MPBN Maine News] Plan would slash FairPoint debt by two-thirds [The Associated Press] FairPoint Unveils Long-Awaited Bankruptcy Plan [MPBN Maine News] One year later: Bates senior-turned-CEO still growing Pricefalls.com [Sun Journal] Maine credit unions grow assets, membership in 2009 [Portland Press Herald] Maine businesses unite to find best ways they can aid Haiti [Portland Press Herald] Freeport: Innkeepers cut rates to benefit Habitat for Humanity [The Forecaster] Reduced sales lead to closure of local franchises [The Herald Gazette] Greater Portland board will vote on Metro bus fare hike [Portland Press Herald] BNAS Re-Development Official Looks Ahead to Fall Takeover of Airfield [MPBN Maine News] Madawaska union accepts 8.5% pay cut [Bangor Daily News] Residents decry narrow scope of HoltraChem site cleanup [Bangor Daily News] Jackson residents approve wind turbine limits [Bangor Daily News] Friends group loses Rollins Mountain appeal [Bangor Daily News] Ferry service future in hands of Canadian, Bar Harbor officials [Bar Harbor Times] Southwest Harbor: Planning Board upholds Islandscaping approval [Bar Harbor Times] Demo crews in town this week, sizing up Bates 5 project [Sun Journal] Burglars target Fairfield businesses [Morning Sentinel] Bar Harbor: Second cell phone tower project granted town approval [Bar Harbor Times] South Paris gift shop to open [Sun Journal] Lewiston Municipal Federal Credit Union: Piper named president, CEO [Sun Journal] Chamber to offer computer seminar [Sun Journal] Northeast Bank's grand opening date set [Sun Journal] Bellwood joins Clinical Services [Sun Journal] Ward I. Graffam: Small banks a model for big-bank pay [Portland Press Herald] The Takeaway What a Girl Scout can teach you about sales Feb 9, 2010 07:08 AM If you want to raise your child with entrepreneurial values, perhaps you should enroll them in the Girl Scouts. Apparently,... more Events Wednesday, February 10, 2010 Mid-Maine Chamber February Business After Hours 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM, Hathaway Creative Center 873-3315. Mid-Maine Chamber February Business Breakfast Cyber-Security for your Business, 7:30 - 9:00 AM, Thomas College Student Center 873-3315. Portland SCORE Chapter 53 Chapter Meeting Christopher Pinkham and Rich Brooks, 9:00 a.m., SCORE Offices 207-772-1147. Thursday, February 11, 2010 Effective PR - Dealing With News Media in the Age of Twitter Skip King, 12:30-02:30, Abromson Center 228-8524. Monday, February 15, 2010 Job Club Tuesdays Corporate Headhunter / SMARTmaine Founder - Mark E. Renkert, MCsl, 10:00am to 12:00pm, Portland Cumberland Club 802 318 4136. Tuesday, February 16, 2010 Job Club Tuesdays Corporate Headhunter / SMARTmaine Founder - Mark E. Renkert, MCsl, 10:00am to 12:00pm, Portland Cumberland Club 802 318 4136. Thursday, February 18, 2010 Business After Hours - sponsored by PROPEL 5:30-7:30PM, Residence Inn by the Marriott PROPEL Luncheon with Allagash Brewery's Rob Tod 12-1:15PM, Greater Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce Friday, February 19, 2010 A Tribute to Patsy Cline Donna Lee, 7:00 PM, Nasson Community Center in Springvale, MA Tuesday, February 23, 2010 Calling All Entrepreneurs Maine Angel coaches, experienced entrepreneurs & investors, 12:00-5:00 PM, Abromson Center 228-8524. more events | post an event Maine News Direct See recent releases and publish your own. Roland Sutton Endowed Scholarship Fund Announced... released 2/5/10 Northeast Bank's Hires New Mortgage Loan Officer for the Central Maine Market... released 2/8/10 Casting Call for Alfond Babies! released 2/4/10 View more releases | Post a release You are subscribed as carlnatale.r0xx@blogger.com. Unsubscribe here Copyright 2010 MaineToday Media, Inc. 390 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04104

Daily Digest: Group says state can lose 10,000 jobs

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Sign up for the Daily Digest Business Headlines Blogs Maine News Direct Events Resources Classifieds Monday, February 8, 2010 Today's Business Headlines Analysis: State budget cuts will slash jobs [Kennebec Journal] Report: State Budget Cuts Could Cost Up to 10,000 Jobs [MPBN Maine News] Proposed cell phone warning already generating much buzz [Kennebec Journal] Bill targeting unused drugs moves ahead [Portland Press Herald] Discarded medicine can end up in rivers [The Associated Press] Expansion of Amtrak to Brunswick spurs interest in service for Augusta [Kennebec Journal] Home show exhibitors hear 'eco' [Portland Press Herald] Maine at Work: Taking a dip in the recycling stream [Portland Press Herald] Hungry Football Fans Keep Pizza Parlors Busy [WMTW News] Rockland firm changes landscape for self-published authors [The Herald Gazette] Jackson residents approve wind ordinance [The Republican Journal] Course with a purpose [Morning Sentinel] Bangor Daily News wins honors at Boston convention [Bangor Daily News] FISC Solutions: Brann earns PHR certification [Sun Journal] Dorrer is presenter at chamber event [Sun Journal] Fishing for a future [Mainebiz] Auburn entrepreneur makes a game out of preparedness [Mainebiz] Stephen Vlachos: A company can thrive long after the owner leaves with the right preparation [Mainebiz] Quality of place bill sets growth terms [Mainebiz] Michael LeVert and Chuck Lawton: Rx for growth [Mainebiz] Online gamers reap what they sow [Portland Press Herald] Injured vet learns to ski -- again [Sun Journal] Veterinary drug maker boosted by new capital [Portland Press Herald] Elderberry business blossoms [Portland Press Herald] New age dawning for Libra generosity [Portland Press Herald] Good Works [Portland Press Herald] Charles Lawton: Maine must measure its wants [Portland Press Herald] BIW's largest union in local hands again [The Associated Press] FairPoint: Revisions going well [Bangor Daily News] Madawaska's future hinges on mill dispute [Bangor Daily News] Railroad files notice to abandon tracks [Bangor Daily News] Brunswick businesses close, thrive [Bowdoin Orient] Rep. Pingree comments on unemployment report [WCSH6 News Center] Snowe: 'Deal-making' doomed health bill [Sun Journal] Fees prompt Scarborough to stop accepting credit cards [The Forecaster] Brownville: Proposed resort land up for sale [Bangor Daily News] New Heating Assistance Formula Leaves Maine Out in the Cold [MPBN Maine News] Giving back - businesses making a difference [Sun Journal] SCORE: Stand up to economic downturn [Sun Journal] The Takeaway What consultants need to succeed Feb 8, 2010 07:01 AM Probably the easiest business to start is a consulting business. It looks like all you need is a computer, Web... more Kennel Kelp Kennel Kelp Increasing Local Visibility Feb 8, 2010 05:11 AM Becoming Locally Visible After starting Kennel Kelp, my e commerce website, in August of 2009, I started to receive some website... more Speaking of Politics Teachers' union responds: THEY'RE LYING! Feb 5, 2010 08:52 AM The Maine Education Association (the teachers' union) has responded (below) to our suggestion that the Legislature allow Maine teachers and... more Events Wednesday, February 10, 2010 Mid-Maine Chamber February Business After Hours 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM, Hathaway Creative Center 873-3315. Mid-Maine Chamber February Business Breakfast Cyber-Security for your Business, 7:30 - 9:00 AM, Thomas College Student Center 873-3315. Portland SCORE Chapter 53 Chapter Meeting Christopher Pinkham and Rich Brooks, 9:00 a.m., SCORE Offices 207-772-1147. Thursday, February 11, 2010 Effective PR - Dealing With News Media in the Age of Twitter Skip King, 12:30-02:30, Abromson Center 228-8524. Monday, February 15, 2010 Job Club Tuesdays Corporate Headhunter / SMARTmaine Founder - Mark E. Renkert, MCsl, 10:00am to 12:00pm, Portland Cumberland Club 802 318 4136. Tuesday, February 16, 2010 Job Club Tuesdays Corporate Headhunter / SMARTmaine Founder - Mark E. Renkert, MCsl, 10:00am to 12:00pm, Portland Cumberland Club 802 318 4136. Thursday, February 18, 2010 Business After Hours - sponsored by PROPEL 5:30-7:30PM, Residence Inn by the Marriott PROPEL Luncheon with Allagash Brewery's Rob Tod 12-1:15PM, Greater Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce Friday, February 19, 2010 A Tribute to Patsy Cline Donna Lee, 7:00 PM, Nasson Community Center in Springvale, MA Tuesday, February 23, 2010 Calling All Entrepreneurs Maine Angel coaches, experienced entrepreneurs & investors, 12:00-5:00 PM, Abromson Center 228-8524. more events | post an event Maine News Direct See recent releases and publish your own. Morton & Furbish in Rangeley Acquires Neighboring Agency Office from Northeast Bank Insurance Group... released 2/4/10 Keith & Margo's Murder Mystery Weekend! March 7,8,9, 2010 ... released 2/1/10 Mills Hires Campaign Director and Fundraiser Marc Pitman... released 2/1/10 View more releases | Post a release You are subscribed as carlnatale.r0xx@blogger.com. Unsubscribe here Copyright 2010 MaineToday Media, Inc. 390 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04104

Daily Digest: Nova Scotia refuses to subsidize Cat

If you can't view this newsletter, click here. | Has this been forwarded to you? Sign up for the Daily Digest Business Headlines Blogs Maine News Direct Events Resources Classifieds Friday, February 5, 2010 Today's Business Headlines For ferry service - the end of the line [Portland Press Herald] FairPoint questions broadband expansion [Bangor Daily News] Maine milk fee faces changes [The Associated Press] Toyota mechanics start replacements at local dealers [Kennebec Journal] Permit bank to help rural fishing fleet [Portland Press Herald] Fraser, unions reach tentative deal [Bangor Daily News] Lawmaker scales back legislation limiting use of ethanol-based fuel [Bangor Daily News] Biomass program could net $150M for Maine suppliers [Bangor Daily News] National fisheries administrator sets plan to respond to inspector general's findings [The Herald Gazette] Lawmakers Eye Gambling Measures to Boost State Revenues [MPBN Maine News] Building a dream in downtown Biddeford [Portland Press Herald] Twomey tells council she's out of task force [Journal Tribune] Movie Gallery closing Bangor sites, four other stores across Maine [Bangor Daily News] T-shirt vendors take aim at full line [Bangor Daily News] Scarborough a step closer to pawn shop, tighter controls on dealers [The Forecaster] BIA sees passenger numbers grow in 2009 [Mainebiz] Springborn Staffing extends its reach into Bangor [Mainebiz] Skowhegan: Engineers to study getting water to park [Morning Sentinel] Orrington Bucks DEP on Holtrachem Clean-up Plan [MPBN Maine News] School district may contract out bus service [Portland Press Herald] State, industry agree on Deca phaseout [Kennebec Journal] Sanford council now considering pay-per-bag trash system [Portland Press Herald] Feature Obituary: Sidney Zahares, inventive entrepreneur [Portland Press Herald] Good Works [Portland Press Herald] Maine News Direct See recent releases and publish your own. Freeport voted top shopping town in New England... released 2/1/10 Downeast Energy Plans to Open New Energy Store in Bath, Maine... released 2/1/10 Maine Gay Men's Chorus Announces February 17 Kick-Off Rehearsal... released 2/4/10 View more releases | Post a release The Mindful Manager Constructive Feedback ... Really? Feb 4, 2010 09:21 AM How good are you at giving "constructive feedback?" Is the feedback you give truly constructive? Whether giving someone feedback or expressing... more The Takeaway A personal branding lesson from a NFL player Feb 5, 2010 06:25 AM I hear there's some sort of football game on TV this weekend. Don't know much about it. The NFL is... more Internet Marketing 101 Business Blogging Webinar: 2/11/10 Feb 4, 2010 05:30 PM The other day I presented at a tourism conference on social media. By a show of hands... more Events Wednesday, February 10, 2010 Mid-Maine Chamber February Business After Hours 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM, Hathaway Creative Center 873-3315. Mid-Maine Chamber February Business Breakfast Cyber-Security for your Business, 7:30 - 9:00 AM, Thomas College Student Center 873-3315. Portland SCORE Chapter 53 Chapter Meeting Christopher Pinkham and Rich Brooks, 9:00 a.m., SCORE Offices 207-772-1147. Thursday, February 18, 2010 Business After Hours - sponsored by PROPEL 5:30-7:30PM, Residence Inn by the Marriott PROPEL Luncheon with Allagash Brewery's Rob Tod 12-1:15PM, Greater Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce Friday, February 19, 2010 A Tribute to Patsy Cline Donna Lee, 7:00 PM, Nasson Community Center in Springvale, MA Wednesday, February 24, 2010 Storytelling: A Path to Hearts, Minds and Pocketbooks Institute for Civic Leadership, 9 a.m. to noon, United Way of Greater Portland 773-3254 (ext. 100). Thursday, February 25, 2010 Hydro Quebec and the Eastern Canadian Energy Dynamic 8:30 am - 10:45 am, Eames Learning Center 207-541-7455. Maine Real Estate & Development Association (MEREDA) hosts Breakfast Seminar titled, "Changes in Contaminated Property Regulation in Maine" 7:30 - 9:00 AM, Clarion Hotel (formerly the DoubleTree Hotel) 207-874-0801. More Than Money: Building a career that reflects your values Professor Mark Albion, 4:45-5:30, Glickman Family Library, 7th floor Portland USM Campus more events | post an event You are subscribed as carlnatale.r0xx@blogger.com. Unsubscribe here Copyright 2010 MaineToday Media, Inc. 390 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04104