Campbell Soup and Hershey Co. buy makers of savory treats, still strong sellers, to add to their pre-packaged food portfolios.
2017
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Maine Crime, News
Maine man who poached 29 pounds of baby eels worth $58,000 gets probation
Authorities say Scott Willey illegally harvested the eels in Virginia and South Carolina and sold them to a Maine dealer.
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Posted inNew England Patriots, Sports
Commentary: Yeah, the Patriots are lucky, but there is more to it
The Patriots always seem to have luck on their side, but preparation and hard work are on their side, too.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
In final Republican tax bill, biggest cuts by far go to the wealthy
The average savings for the top 1% is $51,140. It’s $60 for people earning below $25,000, Tax Policy Center projections show.
Posted inBusiness
Half of Madoff victims near full recovery with new payout
A trustee says he expects to recover all of the lost principal and perhaps more.
Posted inBusiness
China’s Huawei company plans to expand sales in U.S.
Its smartphones will be sold through U.S. carriers next year, an official says.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
America East women’s tournament looking to build on last year’s success in Portland
Tournament officials are hoping to increase attendance in the two-day tournament on March 3 and 4.
Posted inBusiness
Homebuilders feel most upbeat in 18 years
Buyers seek new construction because of few existing homes on the market.
Posted inSports
Major League notebook: Moreland signs 2-year deal with Red Sox
Boston brings back first baseman Mitch Moreland on a two-year, $13-million deal.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Republicans defend Tennessee senator as Democrats assail ‘Corker kickback’
Democrats say a tax benefit for real estate developers helps out the wealthy, including Sen. Bob Corker.