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Underground utility damage costs U.S. economy $83.2 billion a year
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Common Ground Alliance released a new report Wednesday estimating underground utility damage costs the U.S. $83.2 billion annually, nearly triple the long-cited $30 billion figure.
Mechasys, Maine Technical Source strike Northeast distribution deal
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Mechasys has named Maine Technical Source as an authorized distributor of its XR Projector for construction projects across the Northeastern U.S. The deal gives regional contractors local access to projected reality layout tools designed to…
Modern Pest Services named USA TODAY’s top pest control company in New England
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Modern Pest Services was named USA TODAY’s 2026 Best Pest Control Company for New England, a nod to its broad pest coverage, wildlife removal work and environmentally responsible treatment options.
Maine camp opens spots for Deaf and hard-of-hearing youth
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Pine Tree Camp’s Dirigo Experience is set for Aug. 17-21, 2026 in Rome, Maine, with a limited number of spots still available for Deaf and hard-of-hearing children ages 5 to 15. The five-day overnight program offers ASL-accessible outdoor…
Maine customers cite savings and service in RooflessSolar sign-ups
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Maine residents and small businesses are increasingly enrolling in RooflessSolar’s community solar program as electricity costs rise.
CardSight AI adds One Piece card identification and market data for developers
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CardSight AI has added support for the One Piece Card Game, giving developers card identification, a structured catalog and bid/ask market data through the same API used for other major trading card categories.
Alex Jackson leaves Camp Runoia after 30-plus years
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Alex Jackson has resigned as director of Camp Runoia in Belgrade, Maine, ending more than three decades at the girls’ summer camp.
TEMO and Island Institute launch Maine electric outboard pilot
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TEMO is teaming with the Island Institute and Maine kelp farmer-fisherman Nathan Johnson on a year-long pilot testing electric propulsion in cold, demanding coastal conditions through November 2026. The project is meant to generate real-world data…
Legacy Properties Sotheby’s agents dominate 2026 RealTrends Maine rankings
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Legacy Properties Sotheby’s International Realty said its agents earned the top three small-team spots in Maine and the state’s No. 1 individual ranking in RealTrends’ 2026 America’s Best Real Estate Professionals list.
NFEC launches Maine financial education affiliate
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The National Financial Educators Council has formed the Maine Financial Educators Council as its official state chapter, aiming to expand financial education and economic empowerment programs across Maine.
RooflessSolar expands Maine community solar access with 20% guaranteed bill credits
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RooflessSolar says Maine homeowners, renters and businesses can now get a guaranteed 20% discount on community solar bill credits through CMP and Versant.
Machina launches Get Maine Lobster’s first TV campaign
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Machina has launched a 30-second performance TV commercial for Get Maine Lobster, marking the seafood brand’s first move into television advertising.
Organic deodorant market seen reaching $424.9 million by 2033
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Persistence Market Research projects the global organic deodorant market will grow from $178.4 million in 2026 to $424.9 million by 2033, driven by demand for natural, clean-label personal care.
Mann Law expands client-focused injury representation across Maine
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Mann Law says it is serving personal injury clients statewide from offices in Portland, Bangor and Yarmouth, with a model built on direct attorney access and individualized case handling.
Sysco leads fragmented food supply for restaurants market
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The food supply for restaurants market remains highly fragmented, with the top 10 players accounting for just 6% of revenue in 2024, according to The Business Research Company.
Global 5PL market set to reach $17.3 billion by 2035
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A new Allied Market Research report says the global fifth-party logistics market will grow from $9.21 billion in 2025 to $17.30 billion by 2035. Europe leads the market now, while Asia-Pacific is expected to post the fastest growth as e-commerce,…
Premier Outdoor Group adds in-house landscape design team
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Premier Outdoor Group has launched a dedicated in-house design department in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, to create master plans for entire properties before construction begins.
Navy veterans urged to seek legal help for asbestos-related cancer claims
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A veteran advocacy group is urging U.S. Navy veterans diagnosed with asbestos-related lung cancer or mesothelioma, and their families, to call for access to lawyers it says can improve compensation results.
Dirigold Publishing releases warehouse operations guide for educators and students
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Dirigold Publishing has released a new book by James Goldman aimed at educators, practitioners and supply chain students who need a practical view of how warehouses operate end to end. The book is now available on Amazon and is being positioned…
DrillerDB opens 10 million water well logs to researchers
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DrillerDB is releasing a standardized North American dataset built from more than 10 million water well logs and 53 million rock-layer intervals, free for non-commercial research.
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