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No joke: Comedians, cannabis companies push pot legalization

by JENNIFER PELTZ Associated Press November 15, 2021November 15, 2021

Big cannabis companies are backing a new, celebrity-infused campaign to enlist marijuana users to pressure Congress to legalize pot nationwide

Business, Maine Cannabis Report, Politics

Republicans’ cannabis legalization bill to seek lower taxes and state control

by Tiffany Kary Bloomberg News (TNS) November 15, 2021November 15, 2021

The proposal, which is still being drafted, is expected to have less oversight than what Democrats are calling for and regulate marijuana more like alcohol.

Business, Nation & World

Trump selling D.C. hotel to investment firm for $375 million, reports say

by The Associated Press November 15, 2021November 15, 2021

Donald Trump’s opulent hotel near the White House drew lobbyists and diplomats seeking favor with the ex-president.

Business, Maine, News

Portland’s historic Union Wharf being sold, preserved for maritime use

by Colin Woodard November 15, 2021November 15, 2021

Fishermen and city officials praise the agreement between the Gulf of Maine Research Institute and the Poole family, saying the organization is securing the future of the commercial pier.

Business, Kennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel

Kennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel staff take top honors at annual Maine press ceremony

by Staff Report Kennebec Journal/Morning Sentinel November 13, 2021November 14, 2021

The Maine Press Association’s annual awards ceremony was held virtually for the second year in a row on Saturday.

Business, Maine

Canadian CEO calls Maine panel’s rebuke of mining proposal ‘a speed bump’

by Associated Press November 13, 2021November 13, 2021

A Canadian company intends to proceed with a mining proposal in northern Maine.

Business, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News

As Downeaster nears a milestone birthday, questions arise about its future

by Eric Conrad The Maine Monitor November 13, 2021November 15, 2021

While politicians favor expanding the train service, COVID has changed riding habits, perhaps permanently. Expenses and emissions also warrant consideration.