Trading is mostly muted as U.S. markets reopened after the long holiday weekend.
2022
Foreign firms welcome China’s decision to end quarantines for travelers from abroad
Meanwhile, Japan announces restrictions on visitors from the country as infections surge.
States banking big bucks amid inflation, higher interest rates
Still, financial experts are nonetheless urging caution on spending because of concerns the U.S. could slip into a recession.
Bidens heading to U.S. Virgin Islands to relax between holidays
St. Croix is a tropical getaway that he has been visiting at least since he was vice president, from 2009 to 2017.
Maine Compass: This new year, use big ideas to solve our challenges
Let’s make best use of these recovery funds to invest in a future that advances equity, prosperity, and health for all Maine people.
Dec. 28, 1948: New Farmingdale grammar school to be dedicated, President Truman says some Russian leaders anxious to end Cold War, and bill to ban fireworks in Maine headed to legislature next month
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Paul D’Alessio talks about son music genre
It’s not often that I get to go with a new-to-me genre, so it was with a little trepidation that I approached today’s band: Primo Cubano, which performs son music, the primary contributor to the blend of Latin styles known as salsa. I set up an interview with Paul D’Alessio of the Portland-based group to […]
Mid-Maine chamber names board changes, directors of year
WATERVILLE — Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce welcomed five new board members for 2023 at a recent luncheon meeting. New board members include Jordan Rowan, general manager of Lockwood Hotel; Kristian Suttie, health and safety compliance for Central Maine Power; Gary Poulin, marketing consultant for Mix Maine Media; Molly Woodward, relationship manager for Bangor Savings Bank, […]
Jackman school assembly recognizes essay winners
JACKMAN — Jaxson Desjardins, seventh grade, and Peyton Chaisson, 11th grade, were recognized at a recent lunch assembly at Forest Hills School during this past month. Students in grades six to 12 were invited to participate in an essay writing contest. For the Patriot’s Pen contest (grades 6-8), this year’s theme was “My Pledge To […]
Madison student makes Berry College dean’s list
ROME, Ga. — Brianna Paine of Madison was named to the 2022 fall semester dean’s list at Berry College. The dean’s list honors students who posted an academic average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale while carrying a class load of at least 12 hours during the semester. Check out other upcoming […]