Mainebiz reported on a new startup accelerator program offered by the University of Maine and Maine Technology Institute. The pilot program, called Scratchpad Accelerator, starts Aug. 31 in Bangor for up to three startups that have “high-growth potential.” Scratchpad is accepting applications online through Aug. 14. After the deadline closes, Scratchpad will choose businesses that read more UMaine, Maine Technology Institute Launching Entrepreneurship Program, Mainebiz Reports