Opponents at a public hearing drive home their point that the state plan, aimed at shoring up the highway maintenance fund, is unfair and would punish ‘socially conscious’ consumers.
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New Front Street shop in Farmington has a place for local artists
Vera Johnson’s store also has space available for classes and workshops.
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British exporter agrees to settle case alleging it avoided U.S. duties
The company tried to skirt import tariffs in shipments of goods to the U.S., including customers in Maine.
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Longtime leader of Maine Lobstermen’s Association to step down
David Cousens, 60, who led the organization for 27 years and guided efforts to conserve the fishery, says rough seas ahead call for new blood at the helm.
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Main Street Skowhegan rides wave of success into new offices
Executive Director Kristina Cannon says the new offices will accommodate the growing staff and the organization’s storage need in the historic downtown.
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Dock manager suspected of large-scale theft from Rockland seafood dealer
The owner of J&J Lobster says about $230,000 is missing, but Chad W. Salvas says he is innocent of wrongdoing.
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Affordable fitness studio in Wilton zeroes in on first anniversary
Owner Cyra Morrill has focused on making her personal business a part of the community.
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Hannah Duguie answers Five Questions
Hannah Duguie is co-owner and creative director of E+H Creates in Benton.
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New Kittery-Portsmouth bridge can open earlier than contractor’s May 10 target, say Maine officials
A spokesman says the Department of Transportation is weighing all options to get the Sarah Mildred Long bridge operational before May.
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Mainers pay among the lowest rates in the nation for home, auto insurance
The Maine Bureau of Insurance attributes low rates to a competitive market.