The state wouldn’t discuss the negotiations, but experts say that having a single bidder undermines competition and increases the need for transparency.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, Nation / World
Proposed merger of supermarket giants Kroger and Albertsons is halted by federal, state judges
Kroger and Albertsons – owner of 19 Shaw’s supermarkets in Maine – said a merger would help them better compete with big retailers like Walmart, Costco and Amazon.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Watch: ‘Breakdown in Maine,’ a FRONTLINE documentary
FRONTLINE, the Portland Press Herald and Maine Public present a one-hour documentary film on the deadliest mass shooting in Maine history and the missed opportunities to prevent it.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Lewiston Planning Board allows shelter for young adults, makes recommendations on shelter zoning citywide
The board sent a series of recommendations to the City Council that proposes to eliminate a restrictive shelter overlay zone, and replace it with language specific to each zoning district.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal
Wilton board accepts grant for firefighting equipment
The breach tool will provide firefighters a way to get into a locked or bolted door without damaging the door or property, Fire Rescue Chief Sonny Dunham said.
Posted inMaine, River Valley, Rumford Falls Times, Schools & Education
Rumford-based school district still mulling Mexico building lease
The RSU 10 board of directors received the draft lease Monday afternoon from the town of Mexico for the district’s use of the former Mexico police station on Recreation Drive for its sixth grade students.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, Maine Crime, News
Lewiston man denies attempted murder and other charges
Police say Abdi H. Yussuf slashed his girlfriend around the head and face.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn
Photo Album: Auburn Middle School students to perform ’10 Ways to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse’
Showtimes are 7 p.m. Dec.12-14 and 2 p.m. Dec. 14 at Auburn Middle School.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News
Jay approves 4-day workweek trial for Town Office
Office hours will be from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine
Christmas of today and ages past celebrated at The Washburn-Norlands Living History Center in Livermore
With two events taking place at once, there were lots of activities for visitors to enjoy.