The train crew was safe and no injuries were reported after the collapse in Montana, officials say.
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Lewiston ad firm president receives Joan Dow Award
LEWISTON — Laura Rinck, president of Rinck Advertising, was the recipient of the Joan Dow Award at the Maine Ad + Design Broderson Awards program June 1 at the University of New England’s Portland campus. Dow is a strong figure for the advertising industry in Maine. She broke down barriers for other women by […]
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Posted inBusiness, Maine
No ifs ands or putts: Richmond mini golf course set to become a central Maine destination
Moose Mountain Adventure Park is slated to open an 18-hole course and ice cream stand July 1.
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy
Auburn man joins financial security company
PORTSMOUTH, N.H. — Tyler Blanchard of Auburn has joined financial security company Northwestern Mutual as financial representative. In this role, Blanchard will join a team of specialists offering a wide array of products. In offering comprehensive financial planning, he will provide expert guidance and innovative solutions for a variety of financial needs and goals. Before […]
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World, News
U.S. safety agency to require automatic emergency braking on heavy trucks and buses
The government’s traffic safety agency says it will require that heavy trucks and buses include potentially life-saving automatic emergency braking equipment within 5 years.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World, News
Lean green flying machines take wing in Paris, heralding transport revolution
The Paris region is planning for a small fleet of electric flying taxis to operate on multiple routes when it hosts the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games next summer.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Walmart unveils new amenities for drivers at Lewiston distribution center
Stand-alone transportation facility offers a slice of home, away from home feel.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World, News
U.S. home resales barely rise as inventory constraints worsen
The constrained inventory levels, pared with high mortgage rates, continue to impede the resale housing market.
Posted inBusiness, News, River Valley
Hope Association’s Briar Patch shutting operations in Mexico
The Briar Patch greenhouse at 85 Highland Terrace will close Saturday.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Politics
Maine Legislature takes first step toward adopting paid family leave program
Senators voted 22-12 to create a new program to provide paid leave to workers who need time off to care for a newborn or sick family member.