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From Coke floats to Cronuts, going viral can have a lasting effect on a small business

by MAE ANDERSON Associated Press October 8, 2023October 9, 2023

Lexington Candy Shop in New York has had a line outside for over a year since a TikTok of its Coke float went viral.

Business, Nation & World, News

Tourism resuming in West Maui near Lahaina as hotels and timeshare properties welcome visitors

by AUDREY McAVOY Associated Press October 8, 2023October 9, 2023

Many local residents have objected to resuming tourism around the historic Maui town largely destroyed by wildfire two months ago.

Business, Local & State, News

Freight railroads police themselves and inspect their own tracks. Some say a disaster is inevitable.

by Kay Neufeld October 8, 2023October 8, 2023

A five-month Press Herald investigation reveals poorly maintained lines, unreported accidents and secrecy around the hazardous materials transported through Maine.

Business, Local & State

Strange brews, games, provide break from beer at Swine & Stein

by Keith Edwards October 7, 2023October 7, 2023

Mead, kombucha, cider, wine, join beer at annual festival.

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Skowhegan Savings Foundation announces $1 million Workforce Development Fund

October 7, 2023October 4, 2023

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MaineBiz to host 6 Maine CEOs in Freeport on Oct. 11

October 7, 2023October 4, 2023

PORTLAND — The Mainebiz CEO Forum will bring together a panel of six Maine CEOs to each share 10 ideas that other CEOs and business executives can learn from on Oct. 11 from 7:30-10:30 a.m. at Hilton Garden Inn Freeport Downtown, 5 Park St., Freeport. The ideas will cover everything from how to successfully run […]

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Augusta-based Preti Flaherty attorney selected for inclusion in 2023 Super Lawyers

October 7, 2023October 4, 2023

PORTLAND — Anthony W. Buxton of the Augusta office of Preti Flaherty has been selected for recognition by Super Lawyers as a 2023 New England Super Lawyer. Buxton’s selected practice area is Energy & Resources, according to a news release from the Preti Flaherty’s Portland office. Super Lawyers rates outstanding lawyers throughout the United States […]