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Pump vs. plug: Electric vehicles can save money despite higher up-front cost
An electric car costs more up front but can be less expensive to own over time than a gasoline-powered car. Take the 2022 Hyundai Kona hatchback. The sticker price of the base model gas version is $23,100. The electric version costs $34,000 but qualifies for a $2,000 Efficiency Maine rebate and a federal tax credit […]
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Food celebrity Erin French caters to her local community
Even as her star continues to rise, the chef-owner of The Lost Kitchen remembers her roots and shares the fruits of her success with her hometown of Freedom.
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy
Website development workshop set for business owners
New Ventures Maine plans to offer an online, tuition-free website development workshop, “Grow Your Business Online — Create My Site,” on Wednesday, April 27 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The class will cover three main topics: • Design an effective website: bring the best of your brand to your customers. • Create site content: make […]
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Lewiston firm names newly certified associates
LEWISTON — Geiger, a promotional merchandise distributor, has recognized seven associates for earning specialist certifications. Elizabeth Fagan, Molly Hamilton, Brian Warren and Savannah Bennett have earned the certification of advertising specialist. The certification requires 50 hours from a structured industry-approved curriculum. Kelsey Rozenboom, Wanda Castonguay and Jason Linneken have earned the certification of master advertising […]
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Health care providers say Anthem billing problems are widespread
Maine is investigating the health insurer following complaints from medical associations about underpayment, payment delays and denied claims.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World
Judge rules for Trump Organization in New York City golf course fight
The ruling says the former president’s company can continue running a public golf course in the Bronx.
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Real estate firm donates to Androscoggin Land Trust
AUBURN — Maine Source Homes & Realty is celebrating 50 years by giving back to the Lewiston-Auburn community. The company’s “Helping Our Neighbors Campaign” has identified six local nonprofits and charities to support this year. Jon Mercier, designated broker/agent at Maine Source Homes & Realty, offered a check for $2,700 to the Androscoggin Land Trust, […]
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Aroma Joe’s coffee and sandwich shop to open on Bay Street in Winslow
The business will open sometime in July or August and will replace a Dunkin’ Donuts that closed in 2016 and moved into a new location farther down Bay Street.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World
SpaceX launches 3 visitors to space station for $55 million each
Three rich businessmen and their astronaut escort will stay at the International Space Station for more than a week.