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New Ventures Maine announces tuition-free classes in career, business, and financial education for October

September 29, 2022

New Ventures Maine has announced tuition-free online workshops and classes for October, including self-paced and interactive online workshops designed to help people in Maine gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to start a business, build a career, and manage money. The full class schedule of daytime and evening classes for October and beyond is accessible […]

Business, Nation / World

Fewer people seek U.S. unemployment aid amid solid hiring

by CHRISTOPHER RUGABER Associated Press September 29, 2022September 29, 2022

It’s a sign that few companies are cutting jobs despite high inflation and a weak economy.

Business, Noteworthy

Rinck Advertising hires Maya Johnston as graphic designer

September 29, 2022

LEWISTON — Maya Johnston has joined the creators department at Rinck Advertising as a graphic designer. She has several years of experience as an in-house animator, specializing in 2D vector animation and motion design, including animating over 20 logos for various brands and organizations. Johnston will provide a variety of design solutions, including video, animation, photography, […]

Business, Noteworthy

University of Maine at Farmington receives highest rating yet from Campus Pride

September 29, 2022

FARMINGTON — The University of Maine at Farmington announces it has received a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars — its highest rating to date — from Campus Pride, the premier LGBTQ national benchmarking tool for colleges and universities to create safer, more inclusive campus communities.The Campus Pride score is based on eight LGBTQ-friendly […]

Business, Franklin, Lewiston-Auburn, The Buzz

Secrecy surrounds Target’s opening date

by Christopher Wheelock September 29, 2022September 30, 2022

Also in The Buzz: Cantrell Seafood is teasing a Lewiston-Auburn location; Stevie J’s Burgers and Burritos in Livermore Falls has new ownership; Walmart offers more pay for drivers.

Business, Noteworthy

OTIS FCU’s Darice Roy attains certified credit union executive designation

September 29, 2022

JAY — OTIS Federal Credit Union announces Vice President Darice Roy recently earned her certified credit union executive designation through Credit Union National Association management school. The three-year program teaches credit union professionals higher-level management and operations skills and involves yearly exams, multiple large projects, and a final presentation. Roy has worked in the credit […]