Professional pyrotechnics display companies across the nation, including Central Maine Pyrotechnics, are on track to lose the bulk of their revenue this year because of canceled fireworks productions.
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Maine had record year for returning unclaimed property
The state treasurer says his office paid out $17 million to more than 30,500 claimants in fiscal 2019-20.
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Posted inBusiness, Nation / World
How risky is flying during the coronavirus pandemic?
Flying can increase your risk of exposure to infection, but airlines are taking some precautions and you can too. Air travel means spending time in security lines and airport terminals, which puts you into close contact with other people. As travel slowly recovers, planes are becoming more crowded, which means you will likely sit close […]
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Most Mainers factor COVID-19 concerns into shopping decisions, survey shows
A survey by the Southern Midcoast Maine Chamber found that half of shoppers have left or would leave businesses not abiding by mask-wearing and physical distancing rules.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Judge won’t remove referendum on CMP corridor from November ballot
Superior Court Justice Thomas Warren rules that constitutional questions can be raised if the ballot measure to reverse regulatory approval is enacted.
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Striking BIW workers brace for economic hardship
As the strike enters its second week, some union members are prepared to find a second job to make ends meet, while other BIW veterans have considered early retirement.
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DuBois Realty Group donates to Trinity Jubilee Center
AUBURN — The DuBois Realty Group of Keller Williams Realty wrapped up its Give Where You Live giving campaign for 2019 with a donation to Trinity Jubilee Center for $1,800. The donation will support the Trinity Jubilee Center’s Sponsor a Meal Project. The project invites people and businesses to “adopt a day” in the soup […]
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Maine’s in-home service providers operating under new house rules
Businesses that rely on working in customers’ homes are either finding ways to adapt to the coronavirus pandemic or staying on the sidelines.
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Federal emergency loan program for small businesses ends Tuesday
All remaining loan applications for the Paycheck Protection Program must be submitted by the end of the day.
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Portland-based Wex secures $400 million private investment
The investment by New York-based private equity firm Warburg Pincus LLC will help Wex navigate ‘the current uncertain operating environment,’ it said.