The federal lawsuit contends out-of-state companies take away a competitive advantage.
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OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma will plead guilty to 3 criminal charges
The pleas are part of a settlement of more than $8 billion.
State investigates Hannaford’s 2-month delay in reporting razor blades in pizza dough
The company blames a technical glitch for not reporting suspected tampering at its Sanford supermarket in August, but a state agriculture official says the agency should have been notified immediately.
Androscoggin Bank donates to Community Little Theatre
AUBURN — Androscoggin Bank recently donated $5,000 to the Community Little Theatre to become a member of the Golden Mask Society. The theater’s goal as a volunteer-driven, nonprofit organization is to provide affordable, professional quality entertainment while still contributing to the education, training and experience of those wishing to pursue activities in live theater.
Community Credit Union hires Benjamin Roberts
TURNER — Benjamin Roberts was recently hired by Community Credit Union as the branch manager for its Turner location. He will oversee all operations within that branch such as member services, staffing, training and facilities. Roberts has several years of experience in the credit union industry and has a passion for the Maine Credit Union’s […]
Fontaine Family hires Melissa Cutler-Rinaldi
AUBURN — Fontaine Family – The Real Estate Leader has hired Melissa Cutler-Rinaldi to the team at its Auburn location. Cutler-Rinaldi grew up in Turner and attended Edward Little High School in Auburn. After graduating, she attended Central Maine Community College in Auburn. She is a former life insurance agent, along with a certified nursing […]
Pelletier’s Karate Academy learning center licensed
LEWISTON — Pelletier’s Karate Academy’s Project Thrive Remote Learning Center was recently licensed by the state of Maine. Project Thrive is a safe, nurturing environment for children ages 6-12 as they engage in remote learning. At Project Thrive children have a daily routine to help them get their assigned schoolwork done under caring supervision. Project […]
Auburn’s FutureGuard spends $5.5 million on upgrades, plans to hire 70 more workers
The family-owned manufacturer is investing millions and is on a hiring spree to keep up with pandemic-related demand.
Tri-County Mental Health Services hires program managers
LEWISTON — Tri-County Mental Health Services has hired two program managers to the senior leadership team. Barbara Alberda, a Lewiston resident, joins as the program manager for the Social Learning Center in Lewiston. Jennifer McCarthy, a resident of Hiram, joins as a program manager with oversight over several child and adult outpatient mental health, substance […]
Fat Boy will be open this winter for the first time in the restaurant’s history
Plans for the winter season include regular car-side service, a heated tent serving alcohol and a new community ice rink.