Edward D. Murphy

Portland Press Herald

Ed covers the City of Westbrook and business stories for the Portland Press Herald.

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Published
April 20, 2020

TD Bank among institutions criticized for poor response to emergency loan requests

TD Bank customers said they’ve spent hours waiting to talk to bank representatives about their Paycheck Protection Program loan applications and other issues.
Published
April 15, 2020

Front-line workers in Maine plead for more protective equipment

Groups representing Maine health care workers, firefighters and others called on the federal government and employers to make sure they are protected from coronavirus.
Published
April 14, 2020

Lighter traffic in Maine expected to make road work faster, safer

Traffic is down about 50%, allowing crews to close off more lanes and do more work during daylight hours.
Published
April 13, 2020

CMP power line’s chief backer spent $5 million this year to promote it

Two groups have spent almost $10 million in all to fight a referendum aimed at killing the $1 billion project.
Published
April 8, 2020

Auto insurers giving discounts as Mainers drive – and crash – less

A number of insurance companies have announced payments or credits on auto premiums, and others are considering it.
Published
April 6, 2020

Maine regulator predicts outbreak of virus-related scams

Maine Securities Administrator Judith Shaw warns residents to be wary of schemes preying on their fears surrounding coronavirus.
Published
April 5, 2020

Home internet use surges in Maine as families shelter in place

The shift in usage from businesses and schools to homes also has moved up peak usage times from evening to afternoon.
Published
March 30, 2020

Need a plumber? Make sure it’s an emergency

Service contractors in Maine such as plumbers, electricians and heating specialists are still available for urgent repairs, but nothing else.
Published
March 24, 2020

Marijuana provider challenges Maine’s residency rule for sellers

Wellness Connection of Maine’s federal lawsuit seeks to overturn a rule that only Maine residents can obtain adult-use marijuana sales permits.
Published
March 23, 2020

Despite BIW worker’s positive test for coronavirus, union officials say company won’t close

Union officials say Bath Iron Works, citing a mandate from the president and the Navy, wants to keep the shipyard open despite the pandemic.