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Stephen King testifies for government in book publishers’ antitrust trial
The bestselling author’s appearance in U.S. District Court in Washington brought a narrative of the evolution of book publishing toward the dominance of the Big Five companies.
Shake, shiver and shovel: 2023 Farmers’ Almanac to hit shelves early
In a world where self-sufficiency has become more a requirement than a hobby, we might need the Farmers’ Almanac this year more than ever.
Auburn council repeals zoning ordinance at center of petition
A number of residents said rather than repeal the ordinance, the council should send the question to referendum.
MaineHealth-Anthem talks show some progress
The state’s largest health care provider says it will pull Maine Medical Center out of Anthem’s insurance network if the two can’t resolve their financial dispute.
Photo album: Otto Pizza in Auburn opens Monday
A soft opening was held at the new pizza restaurant at Auburn Plaza.
First Payroll Management Inc. employee retires after 19 years
AUBURN — Payroll Management’s first ever employee, Paul Morlock, is retiring in 2022 after 19 years at the family-owned and operated payroll processing, time and attendance, and tax support services provider. Morlock is credited with writing the software that Payroll Management initially used to manage client’s payroll needs. The software has since been changed and […]
Local SERVPRO awarded as a top franchise at convention
AUBURN — SERVPRO of Lewiston-Auburn received the chairman’s bronze award at a gala award ceremony that was a highlight of the gathering of SERVPRO professionals.James & Alison Brigham, owners of SERVPRO of Lewiston-Auburn, joined a group of more than 1,050 franchise owners in attendance. The event also recognized 58 SERVPRO entrepreneurs who surpassed a million […]
Shannon White joins Maine Source Homes & Realty
AUBURN — Shannon White has joined Auburn-based Maine Source Homes & Realty as a sales agent/realtor. She previously was administrator of the Section 8 department in the Lewiston Housing Authority, where she also served as a backup inspector. “As Maine Source continues to grow, we are very excited to be hiring one of the most […]
Skowhegan Savings breaks ground on new Farmington location
FARMINGTON — Skowhegan Savings broke ground this week on what will be its future home in Farmington. The new branch, on Wilton Road next to Hannaford Drive, will replace their current location next door. “We have been in our current location for the past 10 years,” said David Cyr, president and chief executive officer of […]