Business Archives - Lewiston Sun Journal

Business, Nation / World

U.S. new home sales jumped in December as prices fell

by MATT OTT Associated Press January 26, 2022January 26, 2022

Buyers were snapping up cheaper homes in anticipation of higher interest rates.

Business, The Buzz

Calling all makers: A new coworking space is coming to downtown Lewiston

by Madeleine LaPlante-Dube January 26, 2022January 26, 2022

The Munka Coworking space is taking over the former home of LA Arts on Lisbon St.

Business, Maine, News

Scarborough chosen as potential site for first Costco store in Maine

by Dennis Hoey January 25, 2022January 26, 2022

The Planning Board is scheduled to review the proposal Monday night for the store, which would be on the site of the former Scarborough Downs racetrack.

Business, Health, Maine, News

Maine lawmakers take aim at prescription drug double billing

by Associated Press January 25, 2022January 25, 2022

Supporters say the bill would require insurance companies to include any financial assistance used by a patient when they calculate deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums.

Business, Maine, News

State recovered nearly $475,000 in unpaid wages for workers last year

by Edward D. Murphy January 25, 2022January 26, 2022

For the first time, the labor department is publishing the names of businesses that violate wage and hour laws.

Business, The Buzz

Lewiston Planning Board asks City Council to consider ‘possible cap’ on marijuana businesses

by Kathryn Skelton January 25, 2022January 25, 2022

• More art space for Lisbon Street with a new coworking studio
• More regional guidebooks showcasing the area planned for 2022

Business, Lewiston-Auburn

Lewiston’s Rancourt & Co. makes third Olympic appearance

by Kathryn Skelton January 25, 2022January 26, 2022

The Lewiston shoemakers are part of Ralph Lauren’s official Team USA ceremony uniform for the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, this time with red and white leather boots.