Port City Relief, a marijuana retail chain with locations in Portland, Scarborough and Old Orchard Beach, wants to open a new store in the Gulf gas station at 115 Leeman Highway.
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Local, state and national business news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
New data shows how small-business loans went to large firms, too
A Maine Sunday Telegram analysis of data found 33 percent of Maine funding went to large companies in grants of $1 million and more.
Stocking stuffers for the locavore on your list
Whether it’s a delicious bite or something new for the kitchen, these pint-sized gifts are sure to satisfy.
Bath Iron workers catch up on shipbuilding, get extra holiday
They’ll be rewarded with Christmas Eve off.
California on the brink: Virus rages and closures imminent
Much of the state is nearing sweeping new restrictions on businesses and activities in a desperate attempt to slow a frightening coronavirus surge threatening to overwhelm hospitals.
Swiss slopes buzz as those of neighbors sit idle in pandemic
France, Italy and Austria are closing or severely restricting access to their ski areas this holiday season.
A bleak outlook for millions facing cutoff of U.S. jobless aid
Unemployment has forced aching choices on millions of Americans and their families in the face of a rampaging viral pandemic that has closed shops and restaurants, paralyzed travel and left millions jobless for months.
A double-dip of new business fills differing needs on KMD in Oakland
Former electrician and candy shop owner Dan Swett is on to a new venture with his niece and longtime colleague.
Central Maine business briefs: Kennebec Savings Bank, Kennebec Federal Savings merger approved
People & Places: Telemedicine focus of virtual forum Dec. 10 hosted by Mainebiz.
First adult-use marijuana store to open in Waterville
“We’re really looking forward to being a part of the business community,” said Rebecca Henry, vice president of marketing for Sweet Dirt, the first adult-use marijuana store that’s set to open Dec. 9.