AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoRestaurant Expansion: Chick-fil-A plans three Southern Maine locations in Biddeford, Auburn and South Portland in early 2027, creating more than 300 jobs. A new quick-service salad restaurant is also planned for Portland. State Finances: Governor-elect Hannah Pingree says Maine faces a $1 billion budget gap, with no easy fix. Meanwhile, Gov. Janet Mills joined New England leaders seeking $3 billion in federal winter heating aid as energy costs rise. Health Care: North Country Associates plans to sell 15 Maine senior care facilities to Tide Group, a major ownership change for the state’s care sector. Energy Development: Jay’s planning board is reviewing solar rules after voters approved a six-month moratorium, as a proposed 150-megawatt project remains under consideration.
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