When it comes to good news on the economic front, there isn’t a lot to be found at the moment. Gas prices continue to soar, a skyrocketing rise fueled by Vladimir Putin’s malicious invasion of Ukraine. Consumers not only feel that pain at the pump but also on store shelves as the cost to deliver goods goes up. Inflation continues to set records as the latest report Thursday from the Labor Department marked a nearly 8% spike in inflation over the past year.
There is good economic news to be found. While it may not immediately affect any of the current economic woes, it is still very good news for our local economy.
It was announced Wednesday at the annual State of the Port address that the Port of Brunswick is moving forward with a $150 million expansion. The news is the cherry on top of the sundae of…