AUBURN — Michelle Clements of Auburn was recently appointed as editor of the New England Water Works Association’s technical publication. The Journal of the New England Water Works Association is the oldest water works publication in the U.S., with the first issue published in September of 1886. Clements is the public relations and communications manager […]
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Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine inventor hopes his new gaming controller makes a splash
The PLA LABS CEO says he’s already gotten interest from a major gaming company for the controller’s accessibility.
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Posted inBusiness, Nation / World
New jobless claims fall to pandemic low in Maine as U.S. claims rise
Nationally, hiring in August plummeted in industries that require face-to-face contact with the public – notably restaurants, hotels and retailers.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
At 101, Rockland woman is still hauling lobsters with no plans to stop
Virginia Oliver started trapping lobsters when she was 8 years old.
Posted inBusiness, The Buzz
Construction underway in Lewiston for FedEx expansion
• New housing project approved in downtown Lewiston.
• State happiness, ranked. (Spoiler: We’re 10 spots happier this year.)
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy
International Cultural Exchange Services names Shannon Lerch local coordinator
LITCHFIELD — International Cultural Exchange Services has named Shannon Lerch as a new local coordinator. While growing up in Maine, Lerch’s family hosted exchange students from all over the world, including Italy, Brazil, Germany and France. Lerch will work with families and schools in Litchfield and the surrounding area. She is looking for families that […]
Posted inBusiness, Franklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser
Livermore Falls businesses weigh in on masking recommendations
Business owners and managers in Livermore Falls explain their masking policies.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine won’t sue over right whale restrictions, but isn’t giving up fight
Marine Resources Commissioner Patrick Keliher told lawmakers that the state doesn’t have a viable case but will pursue other legal options.
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy
Tilton’s Market receives 2021 Spirit of America Award
BUCKFIELD — Former Buckfield Select Board Chairwoman Tina Brooks last month presented the 2021 Spirit of America Award to Tilton’s Market. The citation read in part: “The Tilton’s Market, owners: Sandra Fickett, Peter Fickett and staff are hereby recognized for exemplary citizenship and outstanding achievements and honors brought upon this community.”
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Fans and employees ‘devastated’ by sale of Scarborough’s Beech Ridge Motor Speedway
‘When the announcement was made you could hear a pin drop’ in the crowd of 1,000 people, says Andy Austin, the longtime Beech Ridge race announcer.