The global chip shortage is creating supply chain headaches for debit and credit card issuers, particularly credit unions.
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Lewiston Planning Board urges city to again pursue senior housing at former school
Planning Board members said they were disappointed with the City Council’s decision not to renew an option agreement with Lewiston Housing, which had planned an affordable senior housing redevelopment.
Planning Board to hold public hearing on proposed medical marijuana store in Livermore Falls
The hearing on a site plan review application will be at 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 22 at the Town Office.
Biden, Yellen warn of ‘catastrophe’ if debt limit not raised
The Treasury Secretary said auto loans, mortgage and credit card payments will rise if the nation defaults.
Poll: Pine tree would replace chickadee on new Maine license plate design
A legislative committee will consider a proposal to replace the state bird with the image of a conifer and star on the state flag from 1901-09.
Auburn Manufacturing prevails against Chinese on silica fabric dumping
It’s the second legal victory for the local manufacturer trying to protect its products from unfair competition.
As Johnny’s Selected Seeds marks its 50th year, company looks to expand its reach
David Mehlhorn, the CEO of the Winslow-based company, said he hopes to position it to be a “one-stop shop” for mid-sized farmers and home gardeners across the U.S.
U.S. inflation slows to 6.4%, but price pressures reemerge
High costs keep pressure on the Federal Reserve to raise its benchmark interest rate further and to keep it there through year’s end.
Farmington Planning Board hears details about hotel proposed on Wilton Road
The Best Western Plus hotel would sit back from Wilton Road, with the access road located between Silver Shear and HealthQuest Chiropractic.
Breeze Airways to fly from Portland to Charleston and Tampa
In addition to the year-round service, the budget airline also will have summer flights connecting Portland with Norfolk, Virginia, and Pittsburgh.