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The threat of wildfires is rising. So are new artificial intelligence solutions to fight them

by KELVIN CHAN Associated Press September 24, 2023September 24, 2023

Wildfires fueled by climate change have ravaged communities from Maui to the Mediterranean this summer, fueling demand for new solutions.

Business, Maine, News

Is Sanford the next Biddeford? City readies for renaissance

by Hannah LaClaire September 24, 2023September 24, 2023

A $50 million mill renovation is just the latest investment launching the beleaguered York County municipality as Maine’s next destination city.

Business, Lewiston-Auburn, News

Jury rules for Lewiston woman in religious discrimination case against hospital

by Christopher Williams September 24, 2023September 23, 2023

Helen Crabtree complained Central Maine Medical Center discriminated against her because of her religious beliefs.

Business

Franklin Memorial Hospital adds pain medicine specialist

September 23, 2023September 23, 2023

FARMINGTON — Ruslan Abdukalikov, DO, has joined the Franklin Memorial Hospital medical staff as a physician of pain medicine at the hospital. Pain management can help improve the quality of life for those suffering from chronic and acute pain. Pain is treated by a team and through a plan customized for each patient’s condition and […]

Business

UMF named a ‘Best College’ by U.S. News & World Report for value and affordable access

September 23, 2023September 23, 2023

The University of Maine at Farmington has once again been named a “Best College” by U.S. News & World Report, giving it top 10 rankings for value and affordable access within its Carnegie classification. The recently announced national rankings for 2024 named Farmington No. 2 in Top Performers on Social Mobility, No. 6 in Best […]

Business, Nation & World

U.S., China launch economic working groups with aim of easing tensions

by FATIMA HUSSEIN Associated Press September 22, 2023September 22, 2023

China is one of the United States’ biggest trading partners, and economic competition between the 2 nations has increased in recent years.

Arts & Entertainment, Business

Amazon Prime Video will soon come with ads, or a $2.99 monthly charge to dodge them

by MICHELLE CHAPMAN Associated Press September 22, 2023September 22, 2023

Streaming services are in a heated tug-of-war over viewers and users are growing more adept at jumping in and out of those services, often depending on price.

Business, Election 2023, Maine, News

Two Maine labor groups oppose public utility, citing change in worker rights

by Stephen Singer September 22, 2023September 22, 2023

Union leadership fears that if Question 3 passes, it will change the status of workers from private to public, affecting their rights. Backers of the ballot measure say that won’t happen.