The Seattle company said revenue dropped 2% in the January-March period as store traffic slowed around the world.
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Promotion of Wabanaki cultural tourism gains momentum in Maine
Tekαkαpimək Contact Station, the welcome center at Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, is slated to open this summer. Designed in collaboration with Wabanaki leaders, it is one of the first major efforts in the state to boost Indigenous tourism.
Augusta’s New Ventures Maine to offer free classes in May
AUGUSTA — New Ventures Maine is set to offer 20 free workshops and classes statewide in May in three program areas: small business, career building and financial education. Workshops and classes are designed to help people in Maine gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to build a career, start a business and manage money. The full […]
Pietroski joins team at Kennebec Savings Bank in Augusta
AUGUSTA — Kennebec Savings Bank President and CEO Andrew Silsby recently announced the addition of Michael Pietroski as the vice president and retail regional manager — central region. In his role, Pietroski oversees and leads the bank’s branches in Augusta, Waterville, Winthrop and Farmingdale, providing a dedicated, personalized customer service. “We are delighted to have […]
University of Maine at Augusta announces winners of Maine Campus Compact Awards
AUGUSTA — The University of Maine at Augusta (UMA) Office of Civic Engagement has announced that Kathryn Walker, assistant professor of dental health, was awarded the The Maine Campus Compact Donald Harward Faculty Award for Service-Learning Excellence. This award recognizes outstanding Maine faculty who integrate community or public service into the curriculum and who work […]
Maine State Credit Union expands commercial lending team, announces key Augusta-area promotions
Maine State Credit Union has announced the expansion of its commercial lending team.
Augusta-based MaineGeneral Medical Center receives an A grade for patient safety
AUGUSTA – MaineGeneral Medical Center earned the top grade of A on the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade released recently. This national distinction celebrates MGMC’s achievements in protecting hospital patients from preventable harm and errors. “System-wide, MaineGeneral staff take great pride in providing high-quality, patient-centered care. We are proud to receive an ‘A’ grade from The […]
Maine’s liquor prices are a mystery, and some say unfair. That may change.
The current pricing system for distilled spirits gives the director of the state liquor agency wide discretion to set prices, but a new law is intended to increase transparency and oversight.
Berkshire Hathaway’s profits plunge 64% even as thousands gather to soak up Buffett’s wisdom
Saturday’s annual meeting is the first since Vice Chairman Charlie Munger died.
Kittery Trading Post threatens to move firearms sales to New Hampshire over new gun law
The outdoor sports retailer said the law will have ‘irreversible consequences’ for its business, which relies heavily on tourism.