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PublishedJuly 17, 2018
Fashion design process upended as companies focus on speed, trends
Digital technology shortens the time it takes to put a prototype on the web from half a year to just a week, tearing up the old business model.
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PublishedJanuary 9, 2018
Target reaps the rewards after holiday season ends
The company's $7 billion plan to fix its business pays off as sales increased by 3.4 percent and in-store traffic rose.
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PublishedDecember 26, 2017
U.S. holiday shopping season estimated to be the strongest in years
Americans likely spent about $671 billion, one analyst says – an increase of 5.5 percent from 2016.
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PublishedDecember 24, 2017
No Maine shrimp, but there are other domestic sources to choose from
The most sustainable options for a favorite seafood are caught in the Gulf of Mexico or farmed in this country.
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PublishedDecember 23, 2017
Mainers flock to stores 2 days before Christmas
Despite freezing rain and icy conditions, they hit the roads to do last-minute shopping.
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PublishedDecember 17, 2017
The truth about your online shopping carbon footprint
The shipping news might surprise you.
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PublishedJune 21, 2017
Arundel farm soon to roll out its vegan, organic, local-food meal kits
BEEP Box testers report ease of cooking, a variety of interesting recipes, and foods that you would never have thought of on your own.
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PublishedApril 2, 2017
August Avantaggio brings local meats to downtown Damariscotta
Riverside Butcher Co. is his answer to a Maine food dilemma (and to heritage).
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PublishedFebruary 15, 2017
Small neighborhood groceries in Portland offer local fare, gourmet specialties
These stores give customers a speedy alternative to the supermarket where they can get locally sourced, organic food – and stay for friendly conversation.
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