Rebranding a Mill Town: New National Monument Creates Fresh Hope for a Devastated Nation

James McCarthy

Source

Mainebiz

Date

10-3-2016

Pages

12-15

Abstract

With the establishment of the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument in Penobscot County, many local residents view it as an opportunity to diversify the local economy which has suffered since the closing of two paper mills. Several owners of businesses in Millinocket detail the plans and initiatives they are starting to help jump-start the economy. Included is a Q & A textbox entitled "At a Glance: Katahdin Woods and Water National Monument" that briefly describes the National Monument.

Subjects

Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, Paper mills, Rural development, Economic development

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