The self-styled Freedom Convoy interrupted trade, causing economic damage on both sides of the border.
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Wall Street losses mount amid Ukraine crisis
The potential for a war in Eastern Europe adds to investors’ concerns about rising inflation and the Fed’s plan to raise interest rates.
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Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, Politics
Ex-defense contractors plead not guilty to illegally donating to Sen. Collins’ campaign
The indictment did not mention the Maine Republican by name and did not cite any violations by her campaign.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining, Maine, News
James Beard Foundation Awards semifinalists include 10 from Maine
These will be the first awards given by the New York-based foundation in two years.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
New England to see heavy snow, but ice likely in Southern Plains
Airlines had canceled more than 1,000 flights in Texas by Wednesday morning.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Politics, Schools and Education
Maine might cut student loan debt for first-time homebuyers
The bill would provide one-time funds for mortgages to first-time homebuyers who have student loan debt.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining
The Wrap: Monkfish stew raises money, Belleville to reopen
Maine fishermen help fight hunger with monkfish stew, Maine Business School suggests best practices for artisanal food marketing, and a Munjoy Hill bakery is back in business.
Posted inBusiness, New England, News
New Hampshire reaches $25 million deal with Monsanto over PCBs
The state says nearly 50 years of contamination polluted over 100 waterways requiring numerous fish advisories.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Ellsworth attorney suspended over alleged embezzlement from client
A judge ordered the immediate suspension of an Ellsworth attorney after bar investigators alleged he misappropriated money from a client’s estate he was hired to administer.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Gov. Mills’ plan to rein in power companies faces two-pronged opposition
Many opponents either said the bill is a cynical ploy to maintain the status quo, or government overreach to address problems that don’t exist.