The University of Maine was ordered to halt work on the research project just weeks before it had planned to launch its most advanced floating wind turbine yet.
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Posted inBusiness, Leslie Bridgers, Local & State
We know about Tesla, but what are Mainers saying with their Subarus?
As the connotations of driving a Tesla put the cars’ owners in a twist, we look at the state’s most popular vehicles and why we gravitate toward them.
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Posted inBusiness, Franklin, The Rangeley Highlander
Phillips couple brings fresh doughnuts to rural roadside
Clifford’s Donut Stop, located on Route 4 just south of the Madrid Township line, offers fresh doughnuts and other pastries Thursday through Saturday.
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy
Skelton Taintor & Abbott hires Trevor Brice
LEWISTON — The law firm of Skelton Taintor & Abbott has hired Trevor R. Brice. He has extensive experience in employment and labor law, bringing a well-rounded legal background representing both employers and employees throughout the Northeast. Brice is licensed to practice in Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, New York, and Connecticut. Most recently, he served […]
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Nation / World, Politics
Maine is among a dozen states suing the Trump administration to stop its tariff policy
The lawsuit says the tariff policy has been subject to President Donald Trump’s ‘whims rather than the sound exercise of lawful authority.’
Posted inBusiness, Health, Local & State, News
Proposed autism registry is ‘dangerous,’ Maine disability rights activists say
The Trump administration has announced a sweeping autism study that will use private medical records from federal and commercial databases.
Posted inGiving Back, Noteworthy
Lisbon Community Credit Union raises over $23,000 for hunger campaign in 2024
LISBON – Lisbon Community Federal Credit Union and its members have raised and distributed $23,260.70 for the Campaign For Ending Hunger in 2024. More than $17,000 was recently distributed to Lisbon Area Christian Outreach of Lisbon Falls and almost $6,000 was given to St. Mary’s Food Pantry of Lewiston. Both organizations support the ongoing mission […]
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News, Politics
Maine’s new paid family leave law faces several efforts to hamstring program
The Legislature’s labor committee on Wednesday aired more than a dozen bills that would amend, delay or outright repeal the 2023 law.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Business, Health, Lewiston-Auburn, News, River Valley
Do you have questions about possible changes at Central Maine Healthcare?
Prime Healthcare Foundation is interested in acquiring the Lewiston-based health care system — which runs Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital.
Posted inBusiness, Food
Maine breweries seek growth solutions in challenging times
As the craft beer market plateaus nationally and Maine’s market becomes more competitive than ever, local brewers turn to new alternative products and other innovations.