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Barnes & Noble will open its third Maine store this May, in South Portland
Alexis Wells March 6, 2024Barnes & Noble is opening its third location in Maine at 200 Running Hill Road in South Portland.
Augusta lawn-care company acquired by national brand
Laurie Schreiber March 5, 2024The acquisition of Augusta-based Turf Doctor will give Washington State-based Senske Services a foothold in New England.
Music technology is newest degree program from University of Maine at Augusta
Alexis Wells March 4, 2024UMA now has a music technology degree program, designed to prepare future artists with tools and skills to navigate the music industry.
University Credit Union will expand into Kennebec County
Laurie Schreiber Updated: March 4, 2024Plans for the branch come soon after state regulators approved UCU's request to convert to a community charter, opening membership to residents and businesses in 11 Maine counties.
Maine real estate wizards look into crystal ball, see mixed prospects for 2024
Alexis Wells and Laurie Schreiber February 29, 2024MEREDA's annual Forecast Conference and Member Showcase presented a mixed outlook for the year in many categories, including hospitality, commercial, residential and multifamily projects.
Waterville business accelerator Dirigo Labs looks to develop investment arm
Laurie Schreiber Updated: February 29, 2024The nonprofit is hosting a research fellow to develop an investment model over the coming 30 months. The goal is to grow mid-Maine’s entrepreneurial economy.
A USDA grant to Waterville got a helpful push from Maine businesses
Peter Van Allen February 28, 2024Gorham Bike and Ski, Bixby Chocolate Cafe, the Lockwood Hotel, Silver Street Tavern and Sunrise Bagel all sent letters of support for Waterville's grant proposal, which sought funds for recreational planning.
$2M in new financing will help Saco manufacturer Tanbark add equipment, grow staff
Laurie Schreiber Updated: February 28, 2024The funds will assist the company finalize its equipment purchases and installation and begin operations for its molded-fiber manufacturing operation.
Maine State Credit Union promotes two to senior leadership roles
Alexis Wells Updated: February 27, 2024Augusta-based Maine State Credit Union has promoted Amanda Crommett to senior vice president and chief organizational development officer and Jason Hilt to senior vice president and chief financial officer.
‘Time to pass the torch’: Laurie Lachance to retire as Thomas College president
Renee Cordes Updated: March 6, 2024"It's not just a regular job. It's really almost a calling," said Lachance, who plans to retire from her post by June 2025 after more than a decade at the helm of the Waterville school.
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The days after Thanksgiving are the traditional start of the holiday shopping season. Many shoppers are already setting their sights on the whirlwind of holiday shopping — Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday.
Major retailers like Walmart, Target, Amazon and Best Buy have already launched early deals, giving shoppers a head start on savings.
A record 186.9 million people plan to shop from midnight on Black Friday through Cyber Monday, according to a consumer survey by the National Retail Federation. The figure is up by more than 3 million total shoppers from last year's record.
The National Retail Federation forecast also calls for holiday spending to surpass $1 trillion for the first time, with sales predicted to grow between 3.7% and 4.2% from 2024.
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