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Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
History and culture museum begins work on a new home in Lewiston
Maine MILL’s long-awaited project is underway with plans to open in 2026.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Businesses will pay for packaging disposal under new state rules
The state Board of Environmental Protection adopted the rules Thursday despite opponents saying the regulations are unclear and the costs will be passed on to consumers.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine
Oxbow Brewing to buy Portland craft beer pioneer Rising Tide
The two breweries and their facilities will continue to operate independently after the sale, which is expected to be completed by the end of the year.
Posted inBusiness, News
Heather Sanborn, former Portland lawmaker, tapped to be Maine’s next public advocate
Gov. Janet Mills says Sanborn, a small-business owner and lawyer, understands the challenges ratepayers face as the cost of electricity rises.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Androscoggin Bank puts Lisbon Street building in Lewiston on the market, but plans to stay put
The bank’s CEO says its part of adjusting to the post-COVID world for offices, but that the bank plans to keep a branch at the location.
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy
Finance Authority of Maine lauds Norway Savings Bank
SOUTH PORTLAND — The Finance Authority of Maine presented Norway Savings Bank with its Lender at Work for Maine Award: Most Enhanced Partnership on Nov. 21. “Over the past year, Norway Savings Bank has increased their partnership with FAME more than any other organization in the state. NSB partnered with FAME on 16 loans to […]
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Politics
Maine finalizes rules for new paid family leave program
The state will begin collecting a 1% payroll tax in January, and benefits will be paid out starting in 2026.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Nation / World, News
Police hunt for UnitedHealthcare CEO’s masked killer after ‘brazen, targeted’ attack on NYC street
Brian Thompson, 50, was shot around 6:45 a.m. as he walked alone to the New York Hilton Midtown from a nearby hotel, police said.
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy
Carrabassett Valley trust distributes nearly $32K to Sugarloaf community
CARRABASSETT VALLEY — The Sugarloaf Region Charitable Trust has awarded a total of $31,836 to United Way of the Tri-Valley Area. Recipients include the Eustis’ Snack Pack Program, Rangeley Friends of the Arts, Petersen Water Skiing Foundation, Western Maine Center for Children, High Peaks Alliance and Mission at the Eastward. The private, nonprofit trust is […]