The two Lewiston businesses are both popular entertainment spots and were filled with customers when the shooter arrived.
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Shooting postpones Maine State Chamber annual awards gala
Because of the tragic events in Lewiston, the chamber is postponing its event and will reschedule it at more appropriate time, said its new CEO.
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Some companies using lots of water want to be more sustainable. Few are close to their targets
Ceres released an analysis that found most of the assessed companies – including such powerhouses as Coca-Cola, General Mills, and Amazon – have set targets but aren’t close to meeting them.
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Carbon removal isn’t just for corporations. Individuals are paying for it, too.
A growing number of individual buyers are popping up. That includes big-name purchasers, such as Bill Gates, who has paid millions for carbon removal services.
Posted inBusiness, Election 2023, Politics
Loss of property tax looms over mayors’ Question 3 concerns
The mayors of nine cities say they fear losing property taxes if Question 3 passes, despite language in the enabling legislation that should prevent that from happening.
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Amazon injuries more widespread than thought, study says
The data suggest ‘injury and pain at Amazon are far more widespread’ than previously known, said Beth Gutelius, research director at the center and a leading expert on logistics and warehouse work.
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Strongest U.S. economic growth since 2021 puts Fed in tough spot
Gross domestic product is projected to have grown at an annual rate of 4.5% last quarter, more than double the pace in the prior period, according to a Bloomberg survey.
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Maine asks for federal waiver to let asylum seekers go to work
Although there is no provision for such waivers, the request comes as advocates lobby Congress to support a bill sponsored by Rep. Chellie Pingree to shorten the waiting time for work permits.
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Interest rate on retail credit cards hits 30% as holiday shopping season starts
Tempted to use that store credit card on holiday purchases? Don’t, unless you immediately pay off the balance. Otherwise, consumers are looking at 30% interest – or more.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, New England
Rhode Island seeks answers to explain decline of state’s signature quahog clam
The quahog clam has been in steep decline in Rhode Island since the 1980s. Everything from oxygen deficiency to changing aquatic life and climate change are possible explanations.