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Business
Local, state and national business news from the Sun Journal.
Bridgton medical center closing, citing financial pressures on health care system
DFD Russell Medical Center say low reimbursement rates from both government and private insurance, workforce shortages and an inability to rely on federal funding through Medicare and Medicaid make the operation unsustainable.
Environmental groups appeal judge’s approval of construction for controversial power corridor
Several groups claim that federal agencies didn’t thoroughly evaluate the New England Clean Energy Connect’s environmental impact.
Eaton Peabody law firm, one of Maine’s largest, closing after 85 years
The full service firm said it was closing because of ‘evolving market conditions and the demographics of the firm.’
Mount Auburn apartments to get first tenants soon
Significant progress has been made on the second building, which is being rebuilt after a fire last year.
Lewiston Popeyes hiring for June opening
Construction has been underway at 841 Lisbon St. since August.
Lewiston’s Obscura Cafe to close, citing ‘ongoing challenges’ with city
In response, the city said it worked with owners ‘to help make their vision viable.’
St. Mary’s Health, Community Clinical Services data systems down due to ‘cyber incident’
Patients should keep their appointments and call their provider’s office with questions.
Maine Trust for Local News begins fact-checking operation in partnership with Gigafact
Veteran reporter and former Press Herald writer and editor J. Craig Anderson will produce twice-weekly fact briefs to either verify or debunk online claims related to Maine news.
Bethel Station condos coming soon; train is still a dream
The 7-acre parcel has had several starts and stops, but Developer Tony Donovan’s goal is to start the foundation by early June.