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Maine lawmakers advance effort to seek money for more EV subsidies
Republicans, who have criticized state efforts to promote electric vehicle sales, opposed tapping a regional source of funding. Maine exhausted its money for EV rebates in November.
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Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining
Reinvention! Transformation! What should the restaurant of the future look like?
The modern restaurant dates back to the French Revolution. It may be time for a wholesale change. Local restaurateurs discuss how they might alter its framework, or how they already have.
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Big Lots in Farmington has closed
The Farmington Big Lots is only open to vendors, according to a sign seen on the door March 18.
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Maine’s public advocate seeks access to billing data from electricity suppliers
The move is meant to help determine how much competitive electricity providers overcharge low-income customers.
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Patagonia sues Marden’s, alleging that Maine retailer knowingly sold counterfeit gear
The general manager for Marden’s says the Winslow-based company had no idea the products were inauthentic and has removed them from its stores.
Posted inBusiness
Maine Public Utilities Commission names interconnection ombudsman
HALLOWELL — The Maine Public Utilities Commission has named Romayn Richards to the newly created position of interconnection ombudsman. Richards will assist customers seeking interconnection of renewable energy projects by facilitating the efficient and fair resolution of disputes between customers seeking to interconnect and investor-owned transmission and distribution utilities. He will also review interconnection policies […]
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, Local & State
Auburn couple finds support in Jay to open nature-based learning center
Sweet Tomatoes Learning Center, a nature-based education program for children, is hosting an open house Sunday to introduce families to their programs and facilities..
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Waterville center names new head coach for Mid-Maine Dolphins swim team
WATERVILLE — The Alfond Youth & Community Center has hired Matt Reed as head coach for its Mid-Maine Dolphins Swim Team. Reed brings over a decade of coaching experience at the YMCA, USA Swimming, and high school levels. With a background in program development, he has grown teams and guided athletes to new levels of […]
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Winslow mainstay Bee’s Snack Bar closes after 77 years
While Bee’s operated for nearly eight decades through natural disasters and economic swings, the owners say the closure of the Ticonic Bridge for repairs and high operating costs have taken their toll.