Carl Wilson will temporarily replace Patrick Keliher as commissioner but must win Senate approval to keep the post on a permanent basis.
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Fish Bones Grill expanding hours to open Monday night
The Lewiston restaurant has not been open on Monday nights since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Chamber of commerce leader says local consumers seem to be spending less
Lewiston-Auburn Metro Chamber of Commerce, CEO and President Shanna Cox hears businesses are noticing lower sales.
Portland Jetport’s parking expansion plan lands in court
Neighbors have appealed the city planning board’s recent approval of a plan to add 265 long-term surface parking spaces at Maine’s largest airport.
Maine’s federal workforce roiled by Trump administration policies
Togus VA workers are fired, the Acadia hiring freeze is lifted and a Portsmouth Naval Shipyard hiring event is canceled.
Lisbon Street News named top lottery sales outlet in Maine
The Buzz: Fish Bones Grill expanding hours to open Monday nights; Chamber of Commerce: local consumers seem to be spending less.
Lewiston hydropower converter station nears completion
Aerial photos of the giant construction project on outer Main Street.
Maine inches toward allowing cannabis ‘social clubs’
The idea, approved by voters in 2016, is picking up steam with a new report recommending how to regulate ‘cannabis hospitality establishments.’
Norway Savings Bank donates $21K to 4 organizations
The bank donated $10,000 to the Maine Veterans’ Home in South Paris, $8,000 to SCORE Maine, $1,500 to the Franco-American Heritage Center in Lewiston, and $1,500 to Maine Music Society.
Lewiston trade show set for March 27
This event is designed to connect businesses across the state and New England, fostering new opportunities, partnerships and industry growth.