PORTLAND — United Insurance has acquired Kimball Korp and its six offices in Lewiston, Rumford, Farmington, Livermore Falls, Turner and Sangerville. “Strategic, sustainable growth has been the foundation of United Insurance’s business strategy for over 156 years,” President and CEO Zack Frechette said in a United Insurance news release. “My partners and I are always […]
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Lewiston’s Rinck Advertising promotes 3
The firm has promoted Kevin Gove and Janelle LoSciuto to the role of senior public relations manager, while Mackenzie Fritz has been named senior influencer marketing manager.
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Norway bank branch managers to help present course in Naples
NAPLES — Erin Nelson, assistant vice president, branch manager at Norway Savings Bank in Bridgton, and Mary Martell, manager of the Naples branch, are joining other financial professionals in Maine to present a course, Your Role as a Professional Banker, this spring in Naples. The course is set to be held every Tuesday from April […]
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USDA halts millions in funding for University of Maine System
The move temporarily pauses the system’s agricultural research and programs weeks after President Donald Trump threatened to cut funding for Maine because it allows transgender athletes to compete in sports.
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Bill seeks to give Maine legislators final approval over chief of cannabis office
State officials say the legislation unfairly singles out the Office of Cannabis Policy and undermines the executive branch, while supporters say it’s an important step in restoring trust and transparency for the industry.
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South Paris business wins 3 trophies at waxing, skincare competition
SOUTH PARIS — RaeAnn Richards, owner of Simply Soft Waxing Skincare Massage Reiki, won three trophies and cash prizes at a waxing and skincare competition held March 6-9 in Atlanta, Georgia. At the event — called The #1 International Event for Beauty Professionals — Richards received first place in the leg waxing competition and second […]
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Child care providers say Maine is months behind in reimbursement payments. Lawmakers are investigating.
‘When you have one kid, one spot, who’s not being paid for essentially or not being paid for consistently, you can’t pay your bills,’ said one child care provider.
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They’re the last cobblers left in Maine — and they’re busier than ever
The cobbling tradition is being carried on by a half-dozen people in Maine, but most of them plan to retire or cut back their hours in the next few years.
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More and more Maine homes are selling for millions of dollars
Maine’s luxury real estate market had a record year in 2024, while the number of properties sold for more than $1 million has quadrupled over the last 5 years.
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As Trump shakes up economy, winners and losers will emerge. Maine could be on the wrong side.
The state’s reliance on Canada for trade and tourism, coupled with the president’s threats to punish Maine after his public spat with Gov. Mills, could spell trouble.