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Business, Lewiston-Auburn, The Buzz

Ocean State Job Lot to purchase Auburn Big Lots

by Christopher Wheelock March 25, 2025March 26, 2025

Big Lots is liquidating its inventory and stores as part of its bankruptcy process.

Androscoggin County, Business, Lewiston-Auburn, The Buzz

Customers line up early for opening of new bakery in Greene

by Christopher Wheelock March 25, 2025March 26, 2025

Owner Rachel Bushey said it’s all she can do to keep products on the shelves.

Business, Lewiston-Auburn, The Buzz

New restaurant set to open in Auburn Mall

by Christopher Wheelock March 25, 2025March 26, 2025

The restaurant will serve certified Halal products featuring his Philly Cheesesteak and a Salaam-bomb (Boston Steak Bomb).

Business, Maine, News

Starting in April, utilities can cut off power to Mainers with unpaid bills

by Stephen Singer March 25, 2025March 25, 2025

State law prohibits Central Maine Power Co. and Versant Power from pulling the plug on delinquent customers from Nov. 15 to April 15. Consumer advocates and utilities are urging people to reach out.

Franklin, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal

Farmington town meeting sees all articles passed in record time

by Pam Harnden March 25, 2025March 25, 2025

Despite the snowy weather Monday, some 70 Farmington voters were at the annual town meeting.

Advertiser Democrat, Oxford Hills

Oxford fire/rescue chief pitches for full-time crew

by Nicole Carter March 25, 2025March 28, 2025

With a casino, race track and more retail than in neighboring towns, Oxford has the busiest fire rescue department in southern Oxford County.

Business, Franklin, The Franklin Journal

Farmington Thrift Store to reset with sale then all-April special

by Pam Harnden March 25, 2025March 25, 2025

A 3-day sale with special pricing March 27-29 at Farmington Thrift Store on Broadway will be followed by a month-long sale in April to prepare for the addition of vintage items.