Funeral directors say they are seeing more situations where General Assistance is needed to pay for a burial or cremation, but the amount paid by the program doesn’t completely cover expenses.
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Trump agrees to pause tariffs on Canada and Mexico after they pledge to boost border enforcement
The tariffs against Canada and China were still slated to go into effect Tuesday, but uncertainty remained about the durability of any deals and whether the tariffs were a harbinger of a broader trade war.
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Bill would add to hotel sales tax to fund school construction
The legislation comes as a group plans to release a report examining possible changes to Maine’s school funding formula.
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Portland studio launches the ‘Netflix of Maine,’ a streaming platform for and about the state
StreamState will feature films, shows and workshops about Maine or by Maine producers, plus live Maine events.
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We asked Mainers what businesses they want to see set up shop. Here’s what they said.
The wish list includes more indoor recreation, a Cheesecake Factory and an Ikea.
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Working group recommends regulating intoxicating hemp
A group of health experts and producers wants the state to create age limits for products and put a cap on the amount of THC in beverages.
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Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce honors 3 members
More than 900 people turned out recently for the annual Kenney Awards to recognize the accomplishments of members of the central Maine business community.
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Mainebiz calls for nominations for Business Leaders of the Year awards
Nominations are open until Feb. 23.
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Syntiro celebrates leadership transition
Company honors Debbie Gilmer’s legacy and welcomes Jess Berry as executive director.
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Waterville’s Golden Pond Wealth Management honored
WATERVILLE — Golden Pond Wealth Management was recently named to Forbes’ Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams list for Maine. “Being included in the Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams list for Maine is a reflection of our entire team, our clients, and their continued confidence in and support of our efforts to grow and protect their wealth,” […]