The high cost of living in Portland makes it difficult for workers to get by on only their Starbucks pay, according to baristas at the Old Port location.
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Workers at Starbucks on Middle Street in Portland announce intent to unionize
If the effort is successful, the shop would become the second Starbucks in Maine to form a union.
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Auburn Savings hires new chief financial officer and information technology manager
AUBURN — Auburn Savings announces Michelle Rouleau has joined the community bank’s team in the roles of chief financial officer and executive vice president. Jon Svor has joined the team as information technology manager and assistant vice president. Both were previously with MidCoast Federal Credit Union. A highly motivated and experienced certified public accountant, Rouleau […]
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Consultant: Proposed Lake Auburn watershed changes would decrease buildable lots
Officials say upper watershed towns also need to act to protect the lake.
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SeniorsPlus announces new directors
LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus, the designated Area Agency on Aging serving Androscoggin, Franklin and Oxford counties, announces the new officers and the election of three new members to its board of directors. Dennis Gray of Norway, the former vice chairman of the board, assumed the role of chairman from Patricia Vampatella of New Gloucester, who will […]
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Commercial solar industry on track to spend $540 million in Maine by 2027, study shows
But critics say the conclusions of the report by a renewable energy trade group ignore the potential impact development subsidies will have on electric rates.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World, News
Starbucks asks labor board to halt union votes temporarily
More than 220 U.S. Starbucks stores, including one in Biddeford, have voted to unionize since last year.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, New England, News
Electric boats poised to make waves on Maine coast
Battery-powered outboards are seen as a first step in ‘electrifying’ the working waterfront. Are pleasure boats next?
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Did it work? The elusive impact of a $45 million state grant to grow jobs
The Maine Technology Institute, which awarded the taxpayer funds, makes very little data available about the investments.
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In Maine, a stubborn housing crisis has put down roots
Competing market forces are evident in South Portland, where residents face rising rents and home prices. But efforts to change the dynamic don’t always work out as planned.