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Ex-defense contractors plead not guilty to illegally donating to Sen. Collins’ campaign

by JENNIFER SINCO KELLEHER Associated Press February 23, 2022February 23, 2022

The indictment did not mention the Maine Republican by name and did not cite any violations by her campaign.

Business, Food & Dining, Maine, News

James Beard Foundation Awards semifinalists include 10 from Maine

by Peggy Grodinsky February 23, 2022February 24, 2022

These will be the first awards given by the New York-based foundation in two years.

Business, Nation & World

New England to see heavy snow, but ice likely in Southern Plains

by Associated Press February 23, 2022February 23, 2022

Airlines had canceled more than 1,000 flights in Texas by Wednesday morning.

Business, Maine, Politics, Schools and Education

Maine might cut student loan debt for first-time homebuyers

by Associated Press February 23, 2022February 23, 2022

The bill would provide one-time funds for mortgages to first-time homebuyers who have student loan debt.

Business, Food & Dining

The Wrap: Monkfish stew raises money, Belleville to reopen

by Tim Cebula February 23, 2022February 23, 2022

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.

Business, New England, News

New Hampshire reaches $25 million deal with Monsanto over PCBs

by MICHAEL CASEY Associated Press February 22, 2022February 23, 2022

The state says nearly 50 years of contamination polluted over 100 waterways requiring numerous fish advisories.

Business, Maine, News

Ellsworth attorney suspended over alleged embezzlement from client

by Matt Byrne February 22, 2022February 23, 2022

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.