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Maine Land Use Planning Commission introduces new rules for construction compliance

The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry's Land Use Planning Commission (LUPC) has implemented two rule changes aimed at enhancing compliance and preserving the natural beauty of Maine.

By Pine State News | Jan 17, 2025

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Maine state parks see record visitor numbers in 2024

The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry's Bureau of Parks and Lands (BPL) reported that Maine State Parks received 3.12 million visitors in 2024.

By Pine State News | Jan 17, 2025

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2023: Maine ranks 35th nationwide for total received in EDA grants, at $3,379,356

By Pine State News | Jan 9, 2025

In 2023, Maine received $3,379,356 in EDA grants for economic development projects, ranking 35th nationwide, according to the US Economic Development Administration (EDA).

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Maine receives 1 EDA grant totaling $137,923 for technical assistance in 2023

By Pine State News | Dec 29, 2024

Maine received one grant totaling $137,923 for technical assistance in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Maine receives 6 EDA grants totaling $560,000 for public works in 2023

By Pine State News | Dec 28, 2024

Maine received six grants totaling $560,000 for public works in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Maine receives 1 EDA grant totaling $2,012,000 for regional innovation strategies in 2023

By Pine State News | Dec 27, 2024

Maine received one grant totaling $2,012,000 for regional innovation strategies in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Maine receives 1 EDA grant totaling $669,433 for economic adjustment assistance in 2023

By Pine State News | Dec 26, 2024

Maine received one grant totaling $669,433 for economic adjustment assistance in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Jared Golden discusses legislative achievements and priorities in recent tweets

By Pine State News | Dec 13, 2024

Congressman Jared Golden recently tweeted about securing legislative provisions and advocating for permitting reform in energy policy while reflecting on marriage equality legislation.

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Jared Golden highlights investments in Maine's economy through federal support

By Pine State News | Dec 11, 2024

Congressman Jared Golden underscores recent legislative victories benefiting Maine's economy and defense sector.

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Jared Golden discusses presidential powers and leadership in recent tweets

By Pine State News | Dec 2, 2024

Congressman Jared Golden addresses concerns over presidential pardons and post-election conduct in recent tweets dated December 2, 2024.

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Jared Golden discusses farmland loss and post-election media dynamics

By Pine State News | Nov 28, 2024

Congressman Jared Golden addresses key issues such as farmland preservation amidst solar projects and reflects on media roles post-election in recent tweets dated late November 2024

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EDA funds 9 projects to support economic development in Maine during 2023

By Pine State News | Nov 21, 2024

Maine ranked 30th in the US after receiving nine EDA grants to fund economic development projects in 2023.

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Maine inflation rate lower than national average as of October 2024

By Pine State News | Nov 21, 2024

As of October 2024, Maine experienced a 17.7% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.7% increase.

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Jared Golden proposes bipartisan task force and critiques Maine's EV policy

By Pine State News | Nov 21, 2024

Congressman Jared Golden addresses key issues via social media posts dated November 19 and November 21, 2024.

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VA provides 32.6% more home purchase loans in Maine in Q3

By Pine State News | Nov 15, 2024

There were 244 VA home purchases in Maine in the third quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $82.9 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Number of VA loans issued in Maine increased by 191.4% from Q3 2023 to Q3 2024

By Pine State News | Nov 12, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 405 home loans in Maine, totaling $132.5 million, during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Maine in Q3 vs. Q2 2024

By Pine State News | Nov 9, 2024

The VA issued 53 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Maine during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 51 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA home loan amount in Maine increases from 2022 to 2023

By Pine State News | Nov 8, 2024

The average VA loan amount for Maine in the fiscal year 2023 was $306,180, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA Purchase Loan amount in Maine increases from Q2 to Q3

By Pine State News | Nov 6, 2024

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Maine in the third quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $339,579, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA home loan amount in Maine increases in Q3

By Pine State News | Nov 3, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in Maine during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $327,126, a 3.1% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.