Speaking to investors last week, the founder of the private prison company GEO Group predicted his company would rebound after the November election.
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Dr. Tyler Gagnon joins Mount Auburn Dental
AUBURN — Dr. Tyler Gagnon is joining Mount Auburn Dental and will work with Dr. Jim Helmkamp treating patients in all aspects of dental care. Gagnon grew up in Sabattus and graduated from Oak Hill High School, Class of 2009. He earned a bachelor’s degree in health sciences from the University of Southern Maine after […]
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Posted inBusiness, Maine
Supreme court rules CMP corridor referendum unconstitutional
The Maine Supreme Judicial Court finds that the initiative to reverse a decision by the Public Utilities Commission ‘exceeds the scope of the people’s legislative power.’
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, Politics
Susan Collins calls on U.S. Senate to pass pandemic-relief measures
During a campaign swing through Auburn, Maine’s senior U.S. senator said she seeks more COVID-19 relief. Hours later, the Senate adjourned without any votes until Sept. 8.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Nearly 80,000 Mainers still receiving unemployment benefits
At least 77,000 continued claims for jobless benefits were filed in the first week of August as the number of initial claims continued to trend downward.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World, News
U.S. jobless claims fall below 1 million but remain high
The Labor Department said applications fell to 963,000, the second straight drop, from 1.2 million the previous week.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Remotely affected: Empty offices are hurting businesses that serve them
Companies that cater to offices and office workers are finding a challenging business environment with large numbers of people working from home.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Regulators begin reviewing plan for metal mine in northern Maine
Wolfden Resources’ proposal for a mine just south of Patten will likely be the first test of a state law that opened the door for metal mining in the state.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, News
PHOTOS: Heathco’s Pizza and Variety wrapping up renovations
The Auburn restaurant owner plans to reopen Monday after a new oven is installed.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, The Buzz
Orbit Hair Styling offers a $3,000 hiring bonus for hairdressers
Owner Richard Stone says they are that hard to come by.