Business - Centralmaine.com

Business, Maine Cannabis Report, Nation & World

New York’s first cannabis crop jeopardized by court fight

by MAYSOON KHAN Associated Press/Report for America November 28, 2022November 28, 2022

Many farms that were allowed to grow marijuana before the start of legal sales are now blocked from distributing it to retailers.

Business, Maine, News

Portland immigration clinic helps asylum seekers take ‘first step of a very long road’

by Hannah LaClaire November 28, 2022November 28, 2022

With help from volunteers and nonprofits, more than 300 new Mainers fleeing persecution in other countries have recently begun the process of securing asylum – and safety.

Business, Maine, Morning Sentinel

Winslow rage room a sign of growing interest in destressing through destruction

by Zara Norman November 27, 2022November 29, 2022

The new business at 470 Cushman Road allows customers to let loose, taking sledgehammers to televisions and small appliances, shattering glass and even destroying memorabilia from former companions. The operators say it is a workout and a great way to relieve stress.

Business, Maine, News

Shopping for a Christmas tree this year? Buy now, experts urge

by Megan Gray November 27, 2022November 28, 2022

Christmas tree farmers are predicting another year of high demand and tight supply.

Business, Maine

Large deposit of rare elements and minerals discovered in northern Maine

by Penelope Overton November 27, 2022November 29, 2022

One geologist estimates that Pennington Mountain in Aroostook County contains billions of dollars worth of rare materials used in military, industrial and clean-energy technologies.

Business, Nation & World

Somber or bright? Europe faces holiday dilemma during energy crunch

by COLLEEN BARRY Associated Press November 26, 2022November 26, 2022

After two Christmases under COVID-19 restrictions, some are calling ‘bah humbug’ on conservation efforts.

Business, Nation & World

Biden eases sanctions on Venezuela as opposition talks resume

by ZEKE MILLER Associated Press November 26, 2022November 26, 2022

Under the new policy, profits from the sale of energy would be directed to paying down debt owed to Chevron, rather than providing profits to PDVSA.

Business, Nation & World, News, Uncategorized

Musk plans to relaunch Twitter premium service, again

by KELVIN CHAN Associated Press November 25, 2022November 25, 2022

Twitter previously suspended the premium service, which under Musk granted blue-check labels to anyone paying $8 a month, because of a wave of imposter accounts.