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.
Maine business
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.
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.’
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.
Mainers join nationwide economic blackout in their own way
Some small businesses saw more cash purchases during the 24-hour grassroots action against the U.S. economic and political system.
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.
Marden’s bargain hunters relish 60 years of fabulous finds
Founded in Fairfield in 1964, the surplus and salvage chain with 13 stores across Maine has been selling good stuff cheap for 6 decades.
New Damariscotta shop offers selection of global flavors
From Coca-Cola-flavored Oreos to exotic candies, Barco Provisions has something for everyone. As co-owner Penn Way suggests, locals can eat worldwide “without leaving the state.”
To improve economy, Maine must address struggling youth and high cost of living, report finds
A prolonged worker shortage is holding back the state economy, according the Maine Economic Growth Council and Maine Development Foundation.
Maine businesses recognize Indigenous Peoples Day in different ways
Five years after the state changed the October holiday from Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples Day, some businesses are giving workers the day off while others are trying to foster greater cultural awareness.