The average sale during an inaugural month limited by supply shortages and in-store purchase limits was about $66, state records show.
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‘Covidpreneurs’ forge ahead with new business ventures despite, or because of, pandemic
Is this really the time to be starting a new business? Plenty of Mainers seem to think so.
Wellness Connection to open adult-use cannabis shop Monday in South Portland
The store marks the beginning of Maine’s largest marijuana company’s conversion from medical to recreational sales.
October home sales up 27% in Maine, reaching historic peak
The state’s housing market surpassed all previous records for October, a strong rebound from setbacks in April and May.
Pandemic strands thousands of Mainers in long-term unemployment
There’s a wide variety of jobs available in Maine, but concerns about COVID-19, child care challenges and other issues are keeping them out of reach for many.
Portland’s ImmuCell boosts sales by 25% in third quarter
The animal health company still reported a net loss for the quarter as product development expenses remained high.
United Airlines informs passengers about COVID-19 testing at Portland jetport
It’s a helpful step that other airlines are expected to follow, airport officials say.
Opponents of CMP corridor ask judge to prevent construction
The Appalachian Mountain Club, the Natural Resources Council of Maine and Sierra Club Maine have filed a motion for a preliminary injunction to prevent work from starting on the corridor in December.
New unemployment claims creep back upward in Maine
About 2,600 initial claims were filed last week for state and federal jobless aid, up from 2,170 claims the previous week.
EU edges closer to eliminating tariffs on Maine lobster
A key European Parliament committee voted overwhelmingly to advance a trade deal to eliminate import duties to Europe on American lobster.