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Winslow-based trailer company expands with Midwest acquisition
Jessica Hall November 24, 2021Alcom LLC said it has acquired Wisconsin manufacturer Triton, which specializes in personal watercraft trailers.
Banking roundup: New branches; a former Sea Dog takes on mortgage lending
Peter Van Allen Updated: November 29, 2021Even as more of us manage personal finances on an app, banks are still investing in brick-and-mortar branches to build relationships.
Maine home sales dropped again last month, but prices rose
Jessica Hall November 23, 2021Home sales volume dropped in October for the fourth month in a row. But prices were up by double digits amid strong demand and tight inventory.
Maine hospitals score well for safety this fall, but grades dip
William Hall November 22, 2021The semiannual grades from the Leapfrog Group, a national watchdog organization, gives top marks to seven Maine hospitals. However, the state's overall performance in hospital safety was off from previous gradings.
Waterville broker Don Plourde named central Maine’s developer of the year
Staff Updated: November 22, 2021Plourde was recognized for developing central Maine through commercial real estate, exemplified by a commitment to growing businesses and supporting economic and community development.
Industry, politicians deplore reinstatement of lobster fishing closure
Staff November 18, 2021The sudden closure is expected to cause significant economic hardship for Maine’s lobster industry, costing hundreds of fishermen millions of dollars during the lucrative late fall and winter months.
Former Vic Firth drumstick factory in Newport sells to boat dealership
Laurie Schreiber November 17, 2021Vic Firth Co. relocated to a new facility across town. The drumstick manufacturer’s former factory sold at auction to Waterville-based boat dealer Hamlin's Marine. Central to Hamlin’s other locations, the site offers growth potential.
Luxury 48-unit apartment complex breaking ground in Auburn
Jessica Hall November 17, 2021The new housing will add to an existing apartment complex, and crews have already begun clearing land. The project may help address Auburn's search for new residential development.
Auburn teams with Staples to launch business startup promotion
Jessica Hall November 12, 2021The city has partnered with the local chamber and Staples Connect to launch an initiative, Startup Auburn, to help new businesses.
Augusta nonprofit seeks public's help to complete $5M capital campaign
Renee Cordes Updated: November 12, 2021After raising $4.3 million from private donors to fund a planned expansion, the nonprofit Children's Center in Augusta is seeking the public's support to help the center cross the finish line on its $5 million capital campaign.
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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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The Giving Guide helps nonprofits have the opportunity to showcase and differentiate their organizations so that businesses better understand how they can contribute to a nonprofit’s mission and work.
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Work for ME
Work for ME is a workforce development tool to help Maine’s employers target Maine’s emerging workforce. Work for ME highlights each industry, its impact on Maine’s economy, the jobs available to entry-level workers, the training and education needed to get a career started.
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