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Disaster loans available for Maine businesses hurt by May downpours, cold spell
The federal disaster loans can be used by eligible businesses and nonprofits to pay debts, payroll and other bills that went unpaid due to the weather’s impact.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal
How labels make or break Maine’s recreational cannabis compliance system
Cannabis products sold in Bethel were found to have recreational sales stickers stuck over intact medical-use labels, revealing how Maine’s retail system relies entirely on visible labeling rather than individual product verification.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Auburn councilors agree to rezone about 25 acres of airport property
Rezoning the parcels brings the airport into compliance with federal funding requirements.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine secures $1.9M settlement for bitcoin kiosk scam victims
Bitcoin Depot has agreed to refund money that was taken through its kiosks by third-party scammers who defrauded Maine consumers.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Gray Family Health Center to close in March
The clinic, part of Central Maine Healthcare, will continue to offer primary care for the next 2 months.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
How did prices of Maine household essentials change in 2025?
We reviewed the cost of groceries, vehicles and energy to see how they compare with the national inflation rate.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Popular bakery Marvelous Macarons sets up shop in Auburn
New location is more central, more spacious and busier than ever.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Nation / World, News
What the new USPS postmark rules mean for Maine
Some tax forms and time-sensitive parcels could be considered late — even if mailed by the deadline.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Business, Community, Guides, Maine, News, Rumford Falls Times, The Bethel Citizen
Heading up to Maine’s western mountains? Fuel up at these on-the-way coffee shops
Hitting the trails or slopes in the Bethel area this winter? This guide will lead you to coffee, cappuccino, tea, hot cocoa and more along the way.