Livermore Falls postmaster sworn in by postal chief

LIVERMORE FALLS — Postmaster Erikka A. Brann was among 140 area postmasters sworn into office May 25 by Postmaster General Louis DeJoy in a ceremony held in Manchester, New Hampshire. Brann was sworn in as postmaster of Livermore Falls and will bring a focused approach on improving service reliability, consistency, affordability, dependability and sound financial management. […]

Five local projects among 20 picked for Land for Maine’s Future conservation program

Sabattus, Lovell, Fryeburg, Oxford and Porter sites identified.

Photo: Addressing Maine’s emergency food needs

From bottle collection shack to beverage chain behemoth: Roopers at 30

Steve Roop has built a giant beverage retailer, wholesaler and redemption center enterprise in central Maine.

State Farm agents host virtual 5K to benefit Boys & Girls Clubs in Maine

LEWISTON — In celebration of State Farm’s 100th anniversary, agents in Maine hosted a virtual 5K to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs. Agents and employees were encouraged to participate in the event, which they completed virtually between April 18 and May 1. Lewiston-based agent Lisa Laliberte was among the 20 agents who set a […]

Gov. Janet Mills announces $12.3 million expansion of statewide apprenticeship programs

Young adults are offered the opportunity to learn a skill or trade through paid, on-the-job training combined with classroom instruction.

Season of uncertainty for seasonal jobs and employers

While lifeguards are in short supply, local ice cream stands and mini golf centers are fully staffed.

Sephora moving into Auburn Kohl’s

Sephora switch-up coming; New Balance is hiring; Five Guys opening Monday.

New Balance aims to hire 35 positions at its Norway facility

The footwear maker also is hiring 50 plus positions for the Norridgewock and Skowhegan plants.

Five Guys to open Auburn restaurant Monday

A grand opening ceremony set for 10:30 a.m. Wednesday when Auburn’s mayor and other dignitaries will be on hand.