A Kennebec Journal story about anger at a change in fry cut has spread around the globe.
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Maine unemployment at 3 percent in July
The state’s unemployment rate has been below 4 percent for 32 consecutive months, the longest period on record.
Franklin County group mum on request to CMP for benefits
Elected officials seeking the benefits as compensation for the construction of the New England Clean Energy Connect Project would not give details on what they’ve asked for.
Portland seeks nominations for business awards
The public may submit nominations by Sept. 11 for Economic Development Achievement, Business of the Year and Small Business of the Year.
Ocean State Job Lot wins Falmouth eviction battle
The retailer won a court ruling to stay in the Falmouth Shopping Center, which is now the focus of a massive redevelopment project.
Stevens Commons senior housing project given site plan extension
Delays in federal funding could force postponement of construction until next year.
FBI demanded that Google hand over multiple users’ location data in Portland robberies
The tech giant didn’t comply, and a suspect in the Maine crime spree was caught, but privacy experts say the sweeping warrant is cause for alarm.
Lawsuit alleges CMP workers were told to blame customers for their high bills
The company vehemently denies the charge and says it is an insult to its workers.
Ten private companies in Maine make the Inc. 5000 fastest-growth list
SaviLinx in Brunswick, which boosted revenue by 812% from 2014-2017, comes in at No. 617 on the annual ranking.
Bolley’s Famous Franks customers criticize new french fry cut
The Waterville eatery’s owners say customers are unhappy with the fries and have threatened to fight them.