LEWISTON — Geiger has promoted Erin Hutchinson to key account manager in the Promotional Sales Group of Corporate Programs. Hutchinson was previously a key customer specialist and has been with Geiger for over 23 years, starting her career in October of 1998 as a customer relations specialist in Total Care. In her new role, her […]
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Third round of child tax credit payments go out this week. Here’s what to know
Eligible families are set to receive a third round of monthly child tax credit direct payments this week. The temporarily enhanced tax credits – included in the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan signed into law by President Joe Biden in March – provide eligible parents with up to $3,600 per child over the course of […]
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Court battle over Robert Indiana’s estate heats up over allegations of violence and forgery
A former employee of art publisher Michael McKenzie tells the court that McKenzie threatened his employees if they did not cooperate in forging Indiana’s signature and concealing evidence.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Texas firm to acquire Prime auto dealerships from scandal-ridden owner
Group 1 Automotive Inc. has agreed to purchase Prime Automotive from GPB Capital Holdings, a New York investment firm that has become the target of investors’ lawsuits and criminal allegations.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World, News
Downtown businesses cope with new reality
As the resilient coronavirus keeps offices closed and workers at home, some are adapting while others are trying to hang on
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy
Lewiston Youth Advisory Council plans interactive job fair for Oct. 12
LEWISTON — The Lewiston Youth Advisory Council is planning an interactive job fair at the Lewiston Armory from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Oct. 12. Jazz music will be the backdrop for “Jazz Up Your Future,” with a special 4 p.m. performance by the Lewiston High School Jazz Band. The armory is at 65 Central […]
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Portland has changed and you can really smell the difference
A generation ago the city’s signature smells included J.J. Nissen Bakery, Jordan’s Meats and the soon-to-close B&M Baked Beans plant. Today the city’s aroma includes whiffs of coffee roasting, food trucks, breweries and oil tanks.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine’s climate is getting more volatile. Is your home ready for it?
Maine’s climate isn’t just getting warmer – it’s becoming more extreme and unpredictable. Now is the time to make your home more resilient, experts say.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Local businesses wait for rules to determine impact of Biden vaccine mandate
In Lewiston and Auburn, the overwhelming majority of business have fewer than 100 employees and thus, won’t be affected by the mandate.
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‘The Best Places to Work in Maine’ recognizes 100 companies in 2021
The Maine State Council of the Society for Human Resource Management late last month unveiled its annual ranking for “The Best Places to Work in Maine,” with 100 employers making the 2021 list, many of them with a presence in Lewiston-Auburn. The 2021 winners, alphabetically and by size: Small employers (15-49 U.S. employees) Acadia Benefits […]