The state received about 2,700 new or reopened claims for unemployment benefits last week, down slightly from 2,800 the week before.
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Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Business, Oxford Hills
Dollar General open and hiring
PARIS — Dollar General is open for business in South Paris. The discount retailer is located at 259 Main Street, at the former location of Rite Aid. The pharmacy was closed about two years ago when the drug store chain was acquired by its competitor Walgreen’s, which has a store across the street. Dollar General […]
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Posted inBusiness, Maine
Solar industry baffled, angry as CMP cites need for costly upgrades
The utility told many developers last week that their projects are causing technical problems at power substations. One calls it ‘a titanic event’ that raises doubt about projects worth hundreds of millions of dollars.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine lenders report less demand for latest round of pandemic relief loans
Reduced demand for Paycheck Protection Program loans is likely the result of stricter requirements, other funding options and the recovery of some industries.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Cannabis company investing $3.1 million in Lewiston warehouse renovation to grow for 4 stores
JAR Cannabis Co. anticipates creating 25 to 30 full-time jobs once the Westminster Street facility opens later this year.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Former Maine developer Michael Liberty accepts pardon from Trump
The criminal wire and securities fraud case against Liberty is now dead, but other legal challenges remain.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World
Scottish lawmakers say any investigation of Trump funds should be left to law enforcement
The question before parliament was whether to seek an ‘unexplained wealth order’ to require the Trump Organization to reveal how the company financed the purchases of the Turnberry and Aberdeen golf resorts.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Business, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Lisbon to close Main Street to vehicles for summer again
The council agreed to proceed with plans for a shutdown of the street, dubbed “Moxie Plaza,” provided they address concerns of downtown businesses and neighbors impacted by the closure.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine community colleges train over 10,000 in COVID-19 readiness
The state’s community colleges and industry groups are offering simple online training on how people can stay safe and in business during the pandemic.
Posted inBusiness, Franklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser
Spruce Mountain culinary program opens cafe
Takeout lunches are available Tuesday and Thursday, providing experience for students in the culinary workforce program.