Economy

Many of the state's key industries are already struggling to find enough workers.

What does the livelihood of the New England fishing industry have to do with the war in Iran? It turns out, quite a lot.

It has been a year since President Trump announced double-digit tariffs on imports from around the world. So far, those levies have not produced the economic boom the president promised.

Average diesel prices in Maine are up more than 30% compared to a month ago to just over $5.70 per gallon, according to AAA's fuel price tracker.

As gas prices go up, home heating assistance is still available for those who need it through local Community Action Partnerships.

With construction of the 62 turbines now complete, no new tenant is waiting in the wings to move into the $133 million heavy-lift terminal.

The rise of Kalshi and Polymarket, which offer bettors an alternative to wagering sites like DraftKings, means more competition and possibly less into state coffers.

The selection process for a designer and builder is set launch within two or three weeks. Meanwhile, the number of households the state says will be displaced by eminent domain for the Sagamore Bridge has increased by three.

Chinese-owned CRRC manufactures rail cars in Springfield for the Boston-area transit agency, the MBTA, and for a system in Los Angeles. Necessary parts and materials coming from China have been held up by the government, leading to the furloughs.

The Maine Center for Economic Policy estimates the state lost over $10 million as workers and shoppers stayed home.