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Bon Vivant is coming to Lewiston

by Christopher Wheelock December 8, 2022December 14, 2022

Owners of Sonder & Dram plan to open casual fine dining restaurant Bon Vivant. Rusty Bus Brewing has finally opened its doors on Lisbon Street after months of delays. Afro Taste Restaurant and Lounge is taking over the former Pedro O’Hara’s space on Main Street.

Business, Maine, Nation / World, News

Maine startup hopes trawler cams help save world’s dwindling fish stocks

by JOSHUA GOODMAN Associated Press December 7, 2022December 7, 2022

To sustainably manage what’s left, scientists need reliable data on the activities of the tens of thousands of fishing vessels, but independent observers are scarce. Can technology do the job?

Business, Food, News

Maine Republicans want to strip tax benefits from businesses that boycott lobster

by Hannah LaClaire December 6, 2022December 6, 2022

The lawmakers’ bill would penalize companies such as Whole Foods that refuse to buy Maine products because they don’t carry a stamp of approval from a third party.

Business, Nation / World, News, Politics

Trump Organization convicted in executive tax dodge scheme

by MICHAEL R. SISAK Associated Press December 6, 2022December 6, 2022

The Trump Organization was accused of being complicit in a scheme by top executives to avoid paying personal income taxes on job perks such as rent-free apartments and luxury cars.

Business, Nation / World, News

North Carolina attack described as ‘wakeup call’ to protect power substations

by HANNAH SCHOENBAUM Associated Press/Report for America December 6, 2022December 6, 2022

The governor calls for a thorough assessment of the state’s critical infrastructure, and thousands remain without power after a person or persons shot up 2 substations.

Business, Lewiston-Auburn, News

Auburn rezoning request sent back to Planning Board after policy ‘violation’

by Andrew Rice December 5, 2022December 6, 2022

City staff said a Planning Board member should not have been allowed to take part in a discussion after recusing himself from the vote due to a conflict of interest.

Business, Noteworthy

FAME board elects officers for 2022-2023

December 5, 2022December 5, 2022

At their annual meeting on Nov. 17, members of the Finance Authority of Maine elected new officers for 2022-2023. This year’s officers, whose terms will run from November 2022 through November 2023, are: Chair: Richard L. Trafton, a resident of Brunswick, is a partner with the law firm of Trafton, Matzen, Belleau & Frenette in […]

Business, Maine, Politics

Negotiations continue over heating and energy aid for Mainers

by Randy Billings December 5, 2022December 5, 2022

While details were not released, another round of relief checks and additional rental assistance are being contemplated, along with direct heating and energy assistance.