Many cite better gas mileage, hybrid and electric vehicles for the dwindling Highway Fund. The big culprit is much simpler.
Money & Business
Lending support to climate action
A group of Maine philanthropists demonstrates climate leadership.
Chasing Maine: The Oasis
Though humble in size, volunteer-run Casco Days fair is a display of pride and generous community spirit.
Chasing Maine: The Ball Game
Take a behind-the-scenes trip to Hadlock Field, home of the Portland Sea Dogs and a great place to experience the excitement of minor league baseball.
Chasing Maine: The Place of Peace
The baby goats at Sunflower Farm Creamery in Cumberland are bringing peace and joy to thousands worldwide.
Putting savings to work for the local good
More widespread impact investing could help Maine tackle pressing social and environmental needs
Despite federal bailout, Maine’s largest hospitals ended 2020 in the red
While CARES Act funding helped the state’s three biggest healthcare systems, it wasn’t enough to offset pandemic costs.
Maine’s legislature could become first to require divestment of public funds from fossil fuels
The bill has sparked constitutional arguments and a debate over how more than $17 billion of state funds should be invested to best serve the public.
Chasing Maine: The Sweet Business
A behind-the-scenes look at how sap, technology and hard work are critical ingredients in operating a modern maple syrup business.
Chasing Maine: The Farmhouse
An inside look at a Gorham farm’s history through the eyes of the current owner and the pace of the family’s life today.
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