Not all PPP recipients are struggling small companies that need extra help from the state.
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Posted inBusiness, Kennebec Journal, Maine
Closing time for Rebecca’s Place in Augusta as owner calls it quits
After more than 40 years in business, Nancy Berg decided Saturday that she was done, citing her inability to hire enough staff to keep Rebecca’s Place running.
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Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining, Maine
Portland Food Co-op closes again after second positive COVID test
After the store reopened Thursday, a second employee tested positive for COVID-19.
Posted inBusiness, Kennebec Journal, Maine
Citing COVID-19 cases, Hallowell’s Liberal Cup closes for a week
Exposure to a customer who tested positive for the respiratory disease prompted a round of testing that showed several employees had contracted COVID-19.
Posted inBusiness, Kennebec Journal, Maine
Four months after taking over Boynton’s Market, couple look to sell Hallowell store
Ciccarelli’s Market, Deli & Gelato opened in October 2020 after Michelangelo and Elizabeth Ciccarelli bought the rights to operate the iconic market at 153 Water St.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining
Portland Food Co-op closes for 3 days after staffer tests positive for COVID-19
The store will be closed Monday and Tuesday and promises to continue its ‘commitment to safety.’
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Augusta-based child care center introducing alternative learning methods
The success of their Waterville day care facility prompted the owners to open The Curious Caterpillars Learning Center in Augusta.
Posted inBusiness, Kennebec Journal, Maine
Augusta coffee house owners say closure is due to state coronavirus pandemic measures
Huiskamer Coffee House owners say state rules make it impossible for some people with disabilities to work or shop in indoor public places.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Bangor toilet paper factory slows down after busy year in pandemic
In addition to providing toilet paper and other paper products, the company provided the raw material for antiseptic wipes.
Posted inMaine
Winthrop councilors again reject liquor license for Peppers Garden and Grill
A liquor license was denied in 2019 after owner Jonathan Russell was charged with operating under the influence three times earlier in that year.