AUGUSTA On March 18, 2010, Maine Legislature’s Utility and Energy Committee held a  2 hour work session on LD 1810, the bill to implement the recommendations of the Governor’s Ocean Energy Task Force.  Scroll down   to listen to the speakers and legislators at this worksession (mp3s) Listen to March 11th public hearing on LD 1810 Mp3s

Due to the presence of Maine fishermen  and oceanic beauty in virtually every square foot of Maine state ocean waters, commercial windfarm companies may be required by the legislation to keep out of Maine state waters; in exchange, the industry seeks nonconfrontation with the fishing industry further offshore.

“Fishermen, resorts, the schooner fleets, a variety of human users are already fully exploiting Maine’s nearshore natural resources.” said Ron Huber “They can only be harmed if the industrial wind companies began leasing nearshore waters.”

Because of the complexity of the 38 page bill,  (see pdf copy of LD 1810 with state waters parts highlighted) the committee could not get through the entire bill and will meet again on Tuesday at 1pm

The Maine Lobstermen’s Association will work through the weekend on acceptable wording protecting fisheries.  Doubtless other fisheries as well.  The ocean windmill industry is no doubt busy, too,  hoping to reinclude permssion to do windpower in state waters in the bill.

Listen to speakers at the March 18, 2010 Hearing

* Introduction to the Worksession 4min

* MDEP’s Beth Nagusky describes proposed changes to Bill Part A 17 minutes

* MDEP’s Nagusky Q&A session 11 minutes

* Patrice Farrell, Maine Lobstermen’s Association 3 & 1/2 minutes

* MDEP’s Beth Nagusky describes proposed changes to Part B of LD 1811

* Suzanne Sayre 2 minutes

* John Ferland Ocean Renewable Energy Corp 1 minutes

* Dianne Messer, advocate, Liberty Maine 2 minutes

* Chris O’Neill, Friends of Maine Mountains 1 minutes

* Todd Rousette (sp?) Preti Flaherty lawfirm 2 minutes

* MDEP’s Beth Nagusky describes more changes to Part B

* MDEPs Beth Nagusky on changes to Part C of bill

* MDEP’s Beth Nagusky on changes to Part D of bill

* MDEP Beth Nagusky on Changed to Part E of Bill
* MDEP Beth Nagusky questioned on Part E 7 min

* MDEP Beth Nagusky questioned more 10 minutes

* University of Maine Dr Dagher 12 minutes

* Final stakeholders and close of work session  11 minutes

The unexpectedly loud powerful opposition to the bill by Maine scallopers, shrimpers and groundfishermen, joined by ocean resort and sailing interests and conservation activist Huber, may be bearing fruit.  “We won’t just stand by and let  the Department of Conservation start leasing out Maine’s legendary fishing and sailing grounds to big energy companies out of Boston and New Jersey.” said Huber  who is the litigant in the aforementioned  Huber v Bureau of Parks and Lands lawsuit over the Monhegan floating test site.

He said the bill would allow companies to seek 20, 40 and 50 year leases over state waters. “Are we really ready for that?” Huber asked. “I don’t think so.  Neither do most fishermen I know.“    The ocean windmill industry is probably busy this weekend too, he said,  hoping to regain language in the bill allowing windpower in state waters in the bill.

Heuber said That  the Maine Lobstermen’s Association leadership, which had been negotiating behind closed doors with the wind industry, had to be taken to task by scallop, shrimp and groundfish fleets and its own rank and file  before it stopped supporting DMR’s “Prepare to Share”  campaign, as  described by George Lapointe at the  wind energy seminar at the 2010 Maine Fishermens Forum.

On March 23rd, all interests will be back in Augusta before the Utility and Energy Committee for a 1pm  final  showdown on LD 1810

The wine menu at 91 South offers a staggering 65 wines by the glass and each bottle is priced under $30. Standard restaurant bottle prices are usually 2 to 3 times cost. “If you are like me and love wine but hate paying restaurant prices you will know what I am talking about. Often,  I know what the bottle costs in a restaurant and many times I feel like I am being robbed,” says Mattingly. Since real wine lovers hate paying restaurant prices, 91 South has chosen a different path. Each bottle is priced at only $10 over retail. So there is no guessing what you might pay in real life for a bottle from this great wine list.

Chef Maureen (Mo) Terry, the former owner of Café Always in Portland, heads up the kitchen. 91 South offers an intimate dining room less than 25 seats and is located in the PineCrest Inn. Conveniently the Inn is located at 91 South Street in the village of Gorham. The Restaurant is open Thursday through Saturday from 5:30 to 10:00. Reservations are highly suggested.

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For more information contact: Matt Mattingly 207-839-5843 or email matt@pinecrestmaine.com or on the web at www.pinecrestmaine.com

Background on 91 South

After purchasing the PineCrest Bed and Breakfast in 2005, Matt & Amy Mattingly wanted to open an intimate restaurant and recruited Chef Maureen Terry to join them. Chef Mo, as she is known, was the former Chef and owner of Café Always on Middle Street in Portland.

Due to a zoning restriction they were not allowed to operate a commercial restaurant. Mattingly appealed the Code Enforcement Officers decision. After a short time the Town of Gorham Appeals Board found an opening in the permitted uses of the zone allowing the restaurant to open but only as a private club with dues paying members.

“We began with list of about 20 people and sent an invitation to join. Several did and from those first few folks, we grew on an invitation only basis and after a short time 6 members became 50,” Mattingly said

During the spring of 2008, Town Councilor Matt Robinson, who was not a club member but wanted additional places to eat in Gorham, started the process to amend the permitted uses in the UR zone. Almost 18 months later, a new ordinance was created paving the way for the little known PineCrest Club to open its doors to the public. From 2005 until this past December, the club operated on little more than word of mouth, hosting private dinners, events and house concerts.

In late December of 2009, Matt & Amy Mattingly and Chef Mo Terry raised a glass of champagne after a late night dinner service and toasted their decision to open the doors to the public.

91 South is very unique and intimate. The wine list features an extensive array of wines from around the world serving a staggering 65 different wines by the glass. For those who know wine, they will appreciate this list because the bottle prices are set at a flat rate of $10 over retail. For those who don’t know wines just ask for the tasting list. This 40 page book contains tasting notes on every wine along with more information than you could ever read during dinner.

The Wine Pub has very intimate seating for only about 8 to 10 people and the restaurant seats less than 25. Guests walk through the kitchen on their way from the wine bar to the dining room which features painted rough barn boards and fireside dining.

On Friday nights, dinner guests are treated to solo jazz guitarist Ken Karby and as the evening wares on, the innkeeper Matt Mattingly joins in on keyboards.  Once a month, the dining room transforms into one of the most personal  performance venues in Maine. Musicians and performers, some from across the country, perform in this unique house concert setting. Local favorites have been featured at the Inn, like Pete Kilpatrick, Amelia Dahlin, Dave Rowe Trio, Don Roy Trio and many more.

91 South is located at the PineCrest Inn, 91 South St (Rt 114) in the village of Gorham and is open on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights from 5:30 to 10:00. Reservations are highly suggested. FMI 839-5843

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For more information contact: Matt Mattingly 207-839-5843 or email matt@pinecrestmaine.com or on the web at www.pinecrestmaine.com

]]> http://www.prmaine.com/2010/01/private-club-opens-to-the-public/feed/ 0 http://www.prmaine.com/2009/12/scarcelli-buy-local-this-holiday-season-to-boost-jobs-economy/ http://www.prmaine.com/2009/12/scarcelli-buy-local-this-holiday-season-to-boost-jobs-economy/#comments Mon, 07 Dec 2009 20:09:33 +0000 savvyinc http://www.prmaine.com/?p=732 Rosa Scarcelli, Democratic candidate for governor, today urged holiday shoppers to buy as much as they can from local businesses that provide Maine-made products and services.

Scarcelli has created a list on Twitter of 51 Maine companies to make it easy for her followers to find local shops and businesses that make everything from pastries and cheese to furniture and jewelry.

“One of the best things we can do for Maine’s economy right now is to buy holiday gifts from local businesses and producers,” Scarcelli said. “If every family spent just $10 on Maine grown food or products, it will put millions of dollars in the hands of Maine business people. It’s a way to have our own stimulus package under this year’s Christmas tree.”

Scarcelli is circulating her Twitter list (https://twitter.com/rosascarcelli/maineproducts) that groups 51 producers of Maine-made products as a reminder to her 400 followers on Twitter to buy local.

“The variety of Maine-made products is truly amazing,” she said. “Everything from high-end electronics to hand-crafted jewelry and toys. You can easily find great gifts made right here in Maine without going too far from home. And I’m sure my list just scratches the surface. I’m hoping other Twitter users will recommend more Maine companies to add to the list.”

Other made-in-Maine businesses and farms can be easily located on the web, she said. “Buying from Maine businesses and producers this holiday season is a twofer,” she said. “You’ll get high quality gifts and help Maine businesspeople through these difficult economic times,” Scarcelli said.

Scarcelli recently released the first chapter of her book, Maine Rising, Creating Jobs, Moving Maine Forward, an action strategy for creating 50,000 jobs in Maine that includes proposals to aid the creation of small businesses and encourage more locally produced farm products. For more information, go to www.RosaForMaine.com

About Rosa Scarcelli: Scarcelli, 39, Democratic candidate for governor, is the owner and CEO of Stanford Management that provides quality, affordable housing in more than 30 Maine communities. A native of Wilton, Scarcelli said she wants to use her business skills to help create a better climate in Maine for job creation and growth. She lives in Portland with her husband Thom and their three children ages 12, 9 and 8.

Contact: Dennis Bailey, 207-347-6077

Maine Goodies will be opening an Outlet Store at 5 Winslow Rd in Albion, ME this Saturday November 14th. They will offer most of their website product line at saving of 15 – 20% off their on-line prices. Hours will be 10 AM – 6 PM Daily until Christmas, closed Thanksgiving Day.

The store will feature mostly gift items and will be backed up by their full inventory that is on site. Featured items include Thanksgiving items including Pumpkin Spice Coffee, Organic Cranberry Sauce and turkey candles. Other opening specials include Loose Balsam for projects and a huge inventory of Balsam, cedar and Pine incense and home made Needhams.

Retail Store in Albion

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Contact: entreverge Director Johann Sabbath

Phone (207) 807-7073 cell

Email: johann.sabbath@gmail.com

Portland, ME – Portland PROPEL unveiled entreverge, a bold new project to celebrate and support local entrepreneurs.

The inaugural entreverge Awards, a collaborative project led by PROPEL in partnership with the Portland Regional Chamber and numerous local businesses, business groups, non-profits, and social networks, will accelerate economic growth by connecting entrepreneurs and business innovators with resources and relationships within Portland’s local business community.

“The launch of entreverge comes at a time when the economy is starving for positive energy and when national trends toward innovation and entrepreneurship are amplifying louder than ever”, said Mike Carey, Chair of PROPEL and auctioneer with Tranzon Auction Properties.

Nominations for the entreverge Awards will be fielded at www.entreverge.com from May 5th to 31st.  Nominees will be considered by PROPEL on a number of criteria, including the nominees’ scalable vision for their business and their commitment to a triple bottom line—the people, place, and prosperity of Maine.

Five entreverge Award-winners will receive face time with Portland’s leading business figures and a package of pro bono consultation, services, and products volunteered by local artistic, finance, IT, legal, marketing, and web experts and other business service providers.

Dana Hutchins, owner of Image Works Internet Business Solutions, is one of the local business leaders who is volunteering consulting services to the winners.  “When I was approached about getting involved, “ remarked Dana, “I thought is was a great opportunity to give back to the business community and meet exciting new clients.”

“This is a critical time for collaboration and getting the resources of Portland’s business community behind its future leaders,” said Will Thomas, an entreverge organizer and founder of the Portland-based triathlon company Tri-Maine. 

The entreverge Awards will culminate with a celebration on Thursday evening, June 25th at Port City Music Hall in downtown Portland with live performances by Adam and the Waxmen and the Jason Spooner Band. Tickets can be purchased through the Portland Regional Chamber by calling 207-772-2811.

Recognizing the need to celebrate risk and innovation in today’s economic climate, PROPEL began planning entreverge this winter when approached by the University of Maine Farmington and Swardlick Marketing Group.  Six months later—after comprehensive feedback from many of Portland’s business leaders and social entrepreneurs—entreverge has arrived.

“I’ve spent the last few months meeting with business leaders and organizational heads throughout Greater Portland,” said entreverge Director Johann Sabbath, “trying to figure out the greatest potential value that PROPEL could bring to the community.  Organizing entreverge became the answer.”

Portland PROPEL is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering leadership and education among Greater Portland’s young blue, white, green, and no-collar business community. In 2006, PROPEL was inspired by the Realize!Maine network and formed as an affiliate of the Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce.

entreverge is made possible by Premier Sponsors Bangor Savings Bank, Swardlick Marketing Group, and the University of Maine Farmington and Premier Media Sponsor Mainebiz.

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“Downeast Schooner” top Classic American Yellow Mustard, “Winter Garden” takes Bronze

EASTPORT, MAINE – Raye’s Mustard Mill has once again won international acclaim – this time for two of the stone-ground mustards produced in their authentic turn-of-the-last-century mill in Eastport.

Karen and Kevin Raye, proprietors of the historic Eastport mill, received word last week that their Raye’s “Down East Schooner” Mustard has earned the gold medal in the Classic American Yellow Mustard category at the 2009 World-Wide Mustard Competition in Napa Valley, California. Meanwhile, Raye’s “Winter Garden” Mustard, noted for its dill, garlic and celery accents, won the bronze medal in the Herb Mustard category.

This year’s medals are the latest in a long line of honors and accolades for North America’s only remaining traditional stone-ground mustard mill. The World-Wide Mustard Competition is held annually with the world’s leading mustards competing for honors. Down East Schooner has won a gold medal three of the last four years, and various Raye’s Mustards have won well over 40 prestigious national and international awards in the past few years.

“We are thrilled to continue Raye’s winning tradition,” said Karen Raye. “It’s a very competitive business, so we’re delighted that our mustards continue to stand out year after year. It’s a wonderful achievement for a little family-run mustard mill in Down East Maine, and it’s great news as we work to increase our national distribution and sales.”

“In this challenging economy, it’s great to receive this recognition,” said Kevin Raye. “These medals are a tribute not only to our unique and authentic stone-grinding process, but also to our terrific crew and the standards of excellence and quality that they work so hard help us achieve every day. We’re proud of our product and the people who help us produce it!”

A working museum, Raye’s Mustard Mill uses a cold-grind process developed in Europe during the Middle Ages. Kevin and Karen Raye are the fourth-generation of Rayes to own and operate the mill, which was originally built to supply Maine’s once-thriving sardine industry. The mill features the Pantry Store, a retail outlet and gift shop. Free tours are available. For more information, visit www.rayesmustard.com or call 1-800-853-1903.

The medals will be presented at a March 13^th ceremony at Black Stallion Winery in Napa, California.

The Fenix Theatre Company would like to announce the Spring 2009 Shakespeare on Tour. Shakespeare on Tour is the Fenix’s “found space” performance tour of Maine. This season’s show will be The Mechanicals (see synopsis below). The first two shows have been scheduled for 02/22/09 and 03/22/09 at Chef et al, located at 408 Forest Avenue, Portland, ME 04101. For more information, please visit our upcoming events page on our website at www.FenixTheatre.org

The Mechanicals

Imagine a story of secret passion and forbidden love…told by the worst actors in the history of theatre.  The Fenix Theatre Company presents “The Mechanicals”, a play that takes the best parts of Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” and rolls them into one of the most endearing, hysterical and strange theatrical events you’ve seen in a very long while.  How can a wall, a lion, the moon, an idiot knight and a maiden who desperately wants to grow a beard tell one of the greatest love stories of all time?  You’ll have to find out for yourself!

For more information on this event or for booking, you can also contact Executive Director, Rob Cameron at (207) 400-6223 (days) or Rob@FenixTheatre.org

Thank you for your help in spreading the word!

Sincerely,

John E Seymore

Managing Director

Fenix Theatre Company

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