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After Roe ruling, Democrats seek probe of tech companies’ use of personal data
Privacy experts say the ruling could make women vulnerable because their personal data could be used to surveil pregnancies and be shared with police or sold to vigilantes.
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Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Auburn to hold public meetings on residential rezoning
Sessions are scheduled July 12 and 13 at Walton and Fairview schools.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Coming Sunday: Business without banking; the cannabis industry conundrum
LEWISTON — The cannabis industry in Maine is a big moneymaker. In 2020, Maine’s medical marijuana industry generated $266 million in sales, according to Maine Revenue Services, surpassing sales in the state’s traditional leading cash crops of blueberries and potatoes. “Maine’s adult-use cannabis industry continues to be one of the fastest growing segments of the […]
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Nearly half of all Maine tenants cannot afford rent, new study says
A Harvard University report indicates that Maine’s renters are struggling – something that those in the affordable housing arena know all too well.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Business, News
Lisbon Town Council directs staff to write cannabis moratorium
If enacted, new cannabis businesses will be prohibited from opening for the duration of the moratorium.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Many Portland area residents would need to double their income to afford a home
A new Harvard University report illustrates the growing affordability struggle for both homebuyers and renters across the country and in Maine.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Allstate, Progressive drop Millinocket company over racist Juneteenth sign
The Harry E. Reed Insurance Agency had already faced criticism after it posted a sign that was dismissive of the holiday and included a racist trope.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
State to reimburse 2022 license costs for fishing, aquaculture industries
The state will use $8.3 million in federal funds from the Consolidated Appropriations Act to reimburse the costs of commercial harvesting licenses and some fees.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
L.L. Bean donates $850,000 to USM for campus, scholarships
The money will help pay for a new career center under construction and a scholarship in environmental science.