Peter Van Allen

linkedin
https://mainebiz.biz
PVanAllen@mainebiz.biz
207-761-8379 x325
Peter has more than three decades of experience as a business journalist, working for a range of media companies. He has been a staff reporter or business editor at the Courier-Post, a Gannett newspaper in New Jersey; the Post-Tribune, which was then a Knight-Ridder newspaper, in Gary, Ind.; American Banker, a Thomson Reuters trade publication in New York City; and Philadelphia Business Journal, which is owned by American City Business Journals/Newhouse. As a freelancer, he has contributed stories and photos to the New York Times, the Philadelphia Inquirer, WoodenBoat, Small Boats Monthly, Rowing News and the Cedar Rapids (Iowa) Gazette, which he delivered on a paper route as kid. He has three kids and lives with his wife, Jennifer, and family in Yarmouth.
Tourism & Recreation

Rockland public workshop to test waters on impact of cruise tourism

Community feedback will play a role in supporting a balanced and transparent decision-making process that aligns with the city’s comprehensive plan.
Housing

🔒Maine median home price surges to $410K in April

Cumberland and York counties continued to be Maine's most expensive markets, with median prices of $590,000 (up 5.36%) and $500,000 (up 4.38%), respectively.
Banking & Finance

Androscoggin Bank, Mascoma Bank announce merger of parent companies

The result will be a single mutual holding company, to be called ClearNorth Financial Mutual Holding Co. The banks themselves will continue to operate under their own names, brands, charters and boards of directors. 
Banking & Finance

Relationship business: How to tune up the skill set and advance in banking

When bankers talk about the skills needed to grow in the industry, they often refer to technical skills, such as the mechanics of how a loan works, and soft skills — the people skills that include interacting and communicating with customers.
ADVERTISEMENT
Workforce development

Hitting the nail on the head: Firms in the construction industry take an ‘intentional’ approach to hiring

Maine's construction industry has been grappling with labor shortages for more than a decade now. The issue got worse during the pandemic, when workers were reluctant to get out there. But, just as construction firms and related businesses work with a blueprint, fixed budgets and dimensional lumber, they’re taking a structured approach to recruiting, hiring and retention.
Workforce development

When it comes to workforce development, Consigli goes with ‘immersion’ program

Consigli Construction has been one of the primary industry partners for AGC Maine’s Construction Immersion Program, which has been a priority in building a strong pipeline of talent for construction and the skilled trades.
Manufacturing

Shipwrights in the making: A community college teams up with Bath Iron Works to train workers

Graduates of a free, three-week Manufacturing Technician Training course are guaranteed an interview with Bath Iron Works. Many go on to lucrative careers at the shipyard or at other manufacturers.
Agriculture

🔒5 Maine companies receive grants from USDA Rural Development

The "value-added producer" grants were made in five Maine counties.
ADVERTISEMENT
Arts & Culture

Employees at Portland gallery vote to unionize

In Portland, workers at SPACE Gallery voted to unionize, while an Old Port gallery will make a move to the East Bayside neighborhood.
Arts & Culture

🔒Lewiston’s Maine MILL museum sets opening date for late June

Maine MILL’s $15 million capital campaign was supported by individuals, foundations and public and institutional partners.
123...103Page 1 of 103
Get our email newsletter

Stay up-to-date on the companies, people and issues that impact businesses in Central Massachusetts.

Sign Up Now
ADVERTISEMENT

Latest Stories

More Business News
ADVERTISEMENT

Thought Leadership

More Thought Leadership

Career Opportunities

More Jobs | Submit a Job

Upcoming Events

View Calendar
More Events | Submit an Event