The trend of younger homebuyers, who are more often first-timers, seeking parental help to reach a middle-class milestone is just the latest sign of growing disparities between younger generations and older ones.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Schools & Education
Maine’s struggling child care industry gets much-needed boost from new state support
But industry leaders and experts say much work still remains to stabilize the industry.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine’s seasonal businesses say summer hiring looks sunnier this year
Finding people to take on summer jobs has been difficult in recent years. While some employers are still struggling, ‘it’s nowhere near where it was,’ a leader of the state’s hospitality industry said.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World
Prosecutor tells jury that self-exiled wealthy Chinese businessman cheated thousands of $1 billion
The names of former Trump advisers could arise during a trial projected to last 7 weeks.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World
Why Google’s AI might recommend you mix glue into your pizza
You should have relatively low expectations for AI. Assume it’s wrong until proven otherwise.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine Turnpike officials weigh organizational changes suggested in scathing report
The executive director and chair of the board of directors said they are reviewing recommendations from an outside arbitrator and believe many of them would be good steps.
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy
Lewiston credit union honors Metivier’s 50 years of service
LEWISTON — Richard Metivier was recognized for his 50 years of volunteer service to Milestones Federal Credit Union at its 79th annual meeting in April. He joined the Supervisory Committee of what was then the Lewiston Municipal Federal Credit Union in June 1973, serving for eight years. After a short break, he returned as a […]
Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine
Duckfat owners, pioneers of Portland’s food scene, retire and sell restaurants
Rob Evans and Nancy Pugh first made their mark with Hugo’s, and their former employees have gone on to open their own popular restaurants.
Posted inBusiness, The Franklin Journal
Recycled Works for ME to open in New Sharon
Recycled Works for ME, opening on May 24 in New Sharon, offers a variety of repurposed and handmade items crafted by owner Nancy Bowden, including unique furniture, vintage pieces, and creative decor.
Posted inBusiness, The Franklin Journal
Jake’s aims to fill gap left behind by Sears, Bouffard’s Furniture & Carpet in Farmington
After the closing of Sears and Bouffards last year, Jake Dunton to strike out on his own to fill the void left behind.