Emboldened by their successes and encouraged by their customers, several area food truck operators are opening brick-and-mortar spaces this season.
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LA Metro Chamber names the 2023 Annual Award winners
LEWISTON — The Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce has named four individuals, one business and a business development center to receive its 2023 Annual Awards. The recipients are recognized for their contributions and dedication to the region, making Androscoggin County a better place to live, work, play and do business. The awards and recipients […]
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Secretary of state issues reworded power referendum question
Shenna Bellows’ revision came after courts took issue with the use of the term ‘quasi-governmental’ in the original wording of the referendum question.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine bottle redemption centers set to earn more after emergency bill passes
The Legislature overwhelmingly approved a bill that would increase the fee redemption centers earn for participating in the state’s bottle redemption program.
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Topsham nanobrewery opening taproom in Brunswick
Crooked Keg Brewing, which specializes in Belgian beer, is opening a taproom on Maine Street.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World, News
In reversal, Twitter to allow free automated weather, transit tweets
Twitter says it will allow government agencies and other public entities to share automated warnings on the social network for free.
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How a Fed increase could affect credit card debt, auto loans
Rates on credit cards, mortgages and auto loans all stand to rise even more.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World, News
Fed raises key rate but hints it may pause amid bank turmoil
The Federal Reserve raised its key interest rate by a quarter-point to the highest level in 16 years.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
As summer nears, most Maine tourism businesses are understaffed
Seaside hotels, tour buses, restaurants and other Maine employers are facing labor shortages that could affect many businesses’ peak season.
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy
Central Maine Healthcare honors its volunteers
LEWISTON — Central Maine Healthcare paid tribute during National Volunteer Week, April 16-22, to those who donate their time and talents to provide services to Central Maine Medical Center, Bridgton Hospital, Rumford Hospital and CMH’s practices. Volunteers were treated to lunch at the hospital and thanked for their tireless efforts. In 2022, Central Maine Healthcare […]