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Top executive leaves Maine’s biggest marijuana company
Wellness Connection of Maine’s longtime CEO, Patricia Rosi, has departed to take a job at its corporate parent, Acreage Holdings.
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Pandemic makes it ‘a scary time’ for child care industry in Maine
A survey done by an advocacy group shows that two-thirds of child care facilities in the state are losing money, and more federal help is being sought.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, News
PHOTOS: A look back at Eddy’s Drive-In & Diner
The owners of Village Inn in Auburn commissioned Rumford artist Clint Magoon to paint a mural of their first business, located across the street.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, News
After defying mask rule, Auburn says Roy’s Hamburgers now in compliance
AUBURN — Roy’s All Steak Hamburgers on Washington Street in Auburn is now in compliance with the state-mandated mask order after the business said previously it wouldn’t require employees or customers to wear them. According to City Manager Phil Crowell, city staff worked with Jeff Roy, owner of the Washington Street location, and as of […]
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Lewiston-Auburn senators on sending kids back to school and ‘tough choices’ ahead for Maine economy
Ned Claxton, Nate Libby and Jeff Timberlake spoke Friday morning during a chamber-hosted virtual town hall.
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy
Franklin Memorial Hospital hires Dr. Abhishekh Govind
FARMINGTON — Franklin Memorial Hospital has announced the return of Dr. Abhishekh Govind as a full-time provider and assistant medical director of the Emergency Department. Govind initially joined the FMH medical staff in July 2011 providing inpatient care for several years. He received his medical degree from American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine […]
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Fontaine Family hires Deb Brackett
AUBURN — Fontaine Family – The Real Estate Leader has hired Deb Brackett to work out of its Auburn location. Brackett grew up in Auburn and graduated from Hebron Academy. She attended the University of Southern Maine, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and then working in clinical settings for six years. After her […]
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Maine workers, labor groups warn of widespread suffering unless federal jobless aid is extended
The added $600-per-week benefit has saved thousands of Maine households from poverty, but it is due to expire soon, which could create economic calamity, advocates warn.
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Facing referendum, company backing CMP corridor offers discounted power to Maine
In an attempt to sway voters, previously negotiated benefits including grid enhancement for renewable energy and money for broadband access and heat pumps would arrive sooner.