This year’s Maine Family Business Awards drew 166 nominations, and awards went to those that excel in family roles and commitment to customers and employees.
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H&M opening at new location in Maine Mall
The trendy retailer offers a recycling program for unwanted clothes.
Three Maine finalists vie for $100,000 entrepreneur prize
Surge Hydro, Bluet and Herbal Revolution will compete in the ‘Greenlight Maine’ finale.
Maine lawmakers push question of biomass power incentives to next session
Legislators are looking for ways to help the struggling industry, but proposed solutions are complex and controversial and time is limited.
Sappi restructures business units to boost profits
The paper producer, which employs 1,300 workers in Maine, said the change won’t affect staffing.
Shipyard files trademark lawsuit against Missouri brewery over ‘Shiphead’ beer
The Portland-based brewery takes issue with the name of the beer and Logboat Brewing’s labeling and packaging.
The first Skowhegan Home Show set for 10 a.m. Saturday
Event aimed at connecting trades and suppliers with people interested in their services and products to be held under a big tent at the Skowhegan fairgrounds.
Maine-made beauty products creating a buzz
In kitchens and small-batch workshops around Maine, farmers and foragers are getting into the beauty and skincare business.
Janine Bisaillon-Cary to step down as president of Maine International Trade Center
The current vice president, Wade Merritt, is expected to be the new head of the organization.
The MEMIC Group names Michael Bourque as new CEO
The longtime employee and public face of the workers’ compensation firm will take the helm later this year.