Business Archives - Lewiston Sun Journal

Southwest executives defend technology, staffing, scheduling

by Kyle Arnold Tribune News Service January 27, 2023January 27, 2023

The airline is facing a DOT inquiry for a holiday meltdown in which 16,700 flights were canceled and two-thirds of its operations shut down.

Business, Maine

State transportation plan covers a lot of ground

by Megan Gray January 27, 2023January 27, 2023

Projects to be tackled included closing a gap in the Eastern Trail and replacing an aging ferry to Isleboro with a new hybrid-electric one.

Business, Maine, News

State settles with Windham moving company over prohibited negative reviews, threats

by Hannah LaClaire January 26, 2023January 29, 2023

Liberty Bell Moving and Storage Inc. and its owner, Kevin Finkenaur, accused of violating the federal Consumer Review Fairness Act, the Maine Unfair Trade Practices Act, must pay a $125,000 settlement.

Business, Lewiston-Auburn

Lewiston Public Library to host entrepreneurial Start Summit

January 26, 2023January 27, 2023

One-day event open to anyone older than 18 who wants to collaborate with start-up experts.

Business, Nation / World, News

U.S. economy slowed but still grew at 2.9% rate last quarter

by PAUL WISEMAN Associated Press January 26, 2023January 26, 2023

The economy’s expected slowdown is an intended consequence of the Federal Reserve’s aggressive series of rate hikes.

Business

Murdoch pulls plug on possible merger of News Corp., Fox

by Associated Press January 25, 2023

In statements Tuesday, the companies said their boards received letters from Rupert Murdoch withdrawing the plan.

Business, Maine

Grants will bring high-speed internet to 16,000 homes and businesses in rural Maine

by Megan Gray January 25, 2023January 25, 2023

Brookton and 10 surrounding communities will get high-speed broadband through an $8.1 million grant announced by the Maine Connectivity Authority this week.