Northern Maine counties work toward joint regional plan
On paper, the northern Maine counties of Aroostook and Washington have everything it takes to set the stage for economic success and long-term growth: abundant resources, marvelous scenery, natural...
View ArticlePartnership in the News: Sustain Southern Maine wins over more residents
On Monday, October 15, Sustain Southern Maine, a recipient of a HUD Regional Planning grant, held an informational meeting in Eliot, Maine to inform residents of their planning efforts and invite the...
View ArticleSmart Growth Stories: A region collaborates in Southern Maine
Balancing development with environmental and economic concerns is one of the biggest challenges facing Southern Maine today. “Maine has a lot going for it: its sense of place, its scenery, its quality...
View ArticleA workshop helps Eastport, Maine find ways to reduce heating costs
A view of downtown Eastport, ME. Photo by The Indestructible Enforcer via Flickr. Eastport, Maine is a charming rural community vying for its survival. An island off Maine’s northern coast, Eastport is...
View ArticlePartnership in the News: Portland, Maine and EPA Launch Bikeshare Effort
Ferry Terminal, Portland, Maine. Photo credit: jgatts Portland, Maine has begun to develop a regional bikeshare program thanks to initial technical assistance provided through the Environmental...
View ArticleMayor Jonathan LaBonté on building a stronger Auburn, ME
Mayor Jonathan LaBonté of Auburn, ME. Image via Facebook. Mayor Jonathan LaBonté of Auburn, ME is working to help his small city compete economically and grow stronger financially, and he’s using...
View ArticleCelebrating 10 years with GrowSmart Maine
On Wednesday, November 20, join Smart Growth America’s coalition partner GrowSmart Maine for their 10th anniversary Annual Meeting. The meeting will bring together smart growth leaders from across the...
View ArticlePlacemaking, local businesses and the ‘knowledge economy’ at GrowSmart...
On November 20, smart growth advocates and policymakers in Maine convened for our coalition partner GrowSmart Maine‘s annual summit. The conference drew members from across the state for an afternoon...
View ArticleVoters strongly support smart growth measures on Election Day 2014
Maine’s small businesses, like these in Bar Harbor, will get new help thanks to yesterday’s passage of Question 3. Photo by Duluoz via Flickr. On Tuesday, voters across America passed statewide,...
View ArticleSaco, ME is breaking out of short-term cycles with long-term thinking
Photo: Saco, ME, Jasperado via Flickr. Maintaining New England traditions is at the top of Saco, ME’s agenda. How can this small city maintain the physical, economic, and cultural assets that make it...
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