Liberty Graphics in Midcoast Maine is tackling the biggest order in its history: 35,000 copies of a vintage 1990s T-shirt worn by Taylor Swift.
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What do ever-hotter summers mean for Maine’s economy?
As the state charts increasingly warm and longer summers, businesses across all industries are planning for more weather extremes.
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Trump signs $100K fee on H-1B visas, potentially affecting Maine tech workers
While certain to face legal challenges, the move could impact hundreds of skilled workers in the state.
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Windham businesses and community centers got mixed messaging as manhunt unfolded
A shelter-in-place order Friday interrupted a memorial service and came during an already busy period for local businesses, sowing confusion as details about the shooting trickled out.
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Summer swelter gives a boost to Maine’s tourism industry
With sunny days in July and August, numbers are up at Acadia National Park, the Portland International Jetport and on the Maine Turnpike, but declines continue for Canadian border crossings and cruise ship visits.
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Postal Service rate increases could squeeze Maine businesses
The state’s remote geography means most shipments destined for beyond New England will face higher surcharges over the winter holiday season.
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What do Canada’s election results mean for Maine?
Prime Minister Mark Carney said in his victory speech that Canada’s relationship with America ‘is over,’ exacerbating concerns among Maine officials and businesses about the impacts a widening international divide will have on the state’s economy.
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L.L. Bean drops lawsuit against canvas tote copycat
4Imprint Inc. apparently no longer sells the ‘boat tote’ that prompted the Freeport-based retailer to claim trademark infringement.
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Maine is among a dozen states suing the Trump administration to stop its tariff policy
The lawsuit says the tariff policy has been subject to President Donald Trump’s ‘whims rather than the sound exercise of lawful authority.’
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L.L.Bean sues Wisconsin company, alleging it copied signature tote bags
The trademark infringement lawsuit calls the bulk-ordered ‘boat tote’ bags sold by 4Imprint Inc. ‘confusingly similar’ and a deliberate attempt to ‘free ride’ on the Maine company’s popular item.