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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Some fishermen see Trump as a friend, but tariffs could make for pricier fish
Conservation groups who have pushed for stricter rules and fishing standards said they’re also waiting to see the direction Trump takes fisheries and ocean policy.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, Politics
Despite progress, Maine women still earn less and are more likely to live in poverty
A report released Thursday calls for more equity in the labor market to close the gender pay gap and improve women’s access to higher paying jobs.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World
Senate begins final push to expand Social Security benefits for millions
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said the bill would ‘ensure Americans are not erroneously denied their well-earned Social Security benefits simply because they chose at some point to work in their careers in public service.’
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World, News
The White House is cracking down on overdraft fees
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau said Thursday it’s capping overdraft fees at $5 with a rule set to take effect in October 2025, if it isn’t overturned by Congress or altered under a Trump administration.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Business, Maine, Oxford Hills
Norway Odd Fellows Hall renovations expected to start next month
The plan involves creating 16 affordable apartments and an 1,800-square-foot commercial space on the first floor.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Business, Health, Maine, Oxford Hills
Norway business leads the way on non-emergency medical transport in Maine
What began with two minivans and a desire to help community members get a ride now has more than 100 drivers and volunteers driving across much of the state.
Posted inBusiness, Franklin, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal
New owner of Richard’s Florist adds gift shop, delivery in Farmington
Shannon Monahan previously worked as a social worker and for other florists before buying Richard’s in late summer.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Auburn’s Side By Each Brewing to close at the end of 2024
The pandemic and staffing issues were cited by the owner as problems working against the brewery and restaurant on Minot Avenue.
Posted inBusiness
Albertsons gives up on merger, sues Kroger for failing to secure deal
Albertsons – owner of 19 Shaw’s supermarkets in Maine – said a merger with Kroger would help them better compete with big retailers like Walmart, Costco and Amazon.