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Maine’s heat pump boom has been promising for rural workforce development. Can it last?

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Maine has had success in adopting heat pumps across the state, and jobs have grown quickly — particularly in rural areas. But as the state approaches big deadlines for heat pump installation and bolstering its clean energy workforce, uncertainties lie ahead.

ByKristian Moravec

May 22, 2025

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A bill before the Legislature would automatically seal certain criminal records

May 18, 2025

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Lawmakers consider bills to improve regional transportation options, increase public input

byAdrienne Washington

May 18, 2025

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Housing, low reimbursement, aging population driving Maine’s health care crisis

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