Mainebiz will host the annual Mainebiz Five on the Future Forum from 7:30-10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 17. The event will feature a group of industry experts from top economists to area business leaders who will offer insights into what Maine businesses can expect during the rest of 2024. The forum will be held at […]
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Sebasticook Valley Federal Credit Union unveils new website
PITTSFIELD – Sebasticook Valley Federal Credit Union announces the launch of its newly redesigned website, reflecting its commitment to enhancing member experience and community engagement. With a focus on intuitive navigation, the revamped website ensures users can effortlessly explore the credit union’s diverse range of services and information. Utilizing Sebasticook Valley FCU’s existing brand style […]
Waterville Creates welcomes 5 new full-time employees
WATERVILLE — Waterville Creates has announced the arrival of five new full-time staff members. Since moving into the Paul J. Schupf Art Center on Main Street in December 2022, Waterville Creates has consolidated the operations of the Waterville Opera House, Maine Film Center and Ticonic Gallery + Studios. With its various branches now housed under […]
New owners of Brick House Kitchen in Skowhegan off to a fresh start
The lunch spot recently reopened under two new, local owners, who have plans for an updated menu and weekend brunch.
Warmer, wetter winters are hurting Maine businesses that count on snow and ice
Snowfall has been scant throughout much of the state so far this season. While some hold out hope that will change, others recognize winters of the past might never come back.
Credit card delinquency rates climb to decade high in Fed study
Almost 3.2% of card balances were at least 30 days past due as of the end of September, the Philadelphia Fed said.
A month after devastating flood, Gardiner businesses struggle to reopen
While flood waters receded nearly a month ago, some Gardiner businesses are still clearing out damaged equipment and supplies and considering their options.
Augusta company plans to turn former Livermore Falls Middle School into apartments
The school closed in 2012 after Jay and Regional School Unit 36 in Livermore and Livermore Falls consolidated into Regional School Unit 73.
U.S. intensifies oversight of Boeing, will begin production audits after latest mishap for planemaker
The FAA also indicated that it is reconsidering its longstanding practice of relying on employees at aircraft manufacturers to perform some safety analysis of planes.
HealthReach welcomes new clinician Haley West
ALBION — This January, staff of the Lovejoy Health Center welcomed Haley West, LCSW, CADC, to their professional clinical healthcare team. West earned her master’s degree in social work from the University of Southern Maine. Previously, she earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Maine at Farmington, according to a news release […]