A lot of ‘what ifs’ surround a bill the U.S. House passed last week that would mandate TikTok′s Beijing-based parent company to sell its stake in the platform or face a nationwide ban.
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About 100 employees affected as Rumford paper mill makes ‘key operational changes’
ND Paper issues ‘temporary layoffs’ to some workers as a papermaking machine is shutdown due to ‘market-related downtime.’
From the Chamber: Yarmouth Connection, and MCFA named Nonprofit of the Year
This week, I’m proud to showcase our fourth business leader that was honored at our Bath-Brunswick Regional Chamber’s 2024 Annual Awards Night presented by Clark Insurance and One River CPAs on March 8. We’ve already profiled Hammond Lumber Company (Large Business of the Year), Reform Physical Therapy (Small Business of the Year) and shared the […]
From the Chamber: Incredible awards dinner, and the Soft Corner story
The Bath-Brunswick Regional Chamber Annual Awards Dinner presented by Clark Insurance and One River CPAs was held this past Friday, March 8, at St. John’s Community Center. There were over 140 attendees as we honored eight incredible business leaders in a variety of categories. There was laughter, handshakes, back slapping, and great food and drink […]
MaineHealth to roll out updated names of hospitals, practices to reflect ‘unified identity’
Mid Coast Hospital in Brunswick will be renamed to MaineHealth Mid Coast Hospital.
Greater Freeport Chamber Choice Awards Gala returns for another year
Tickets are now available to the 2024 Greater Freeport Chamber Choice Awards Gala. The event is from 6:30-9 p.m. on April 4 at the Harraseeket Inn, 162 Main St., Freeport, and includes cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, raffle items and awards presentation. Tickets are $45 each. Sales close on April 2, but any remaining tickets can be […]
U.S. economy adds 275,000 jobs in latest sign of robust labor market
The report, which beat expectations, marked the 39th straight month of job gains.
Fit-Up grants brings hot yoga and hair care to Freeport’s downtown
Freeport’s Fit-Up Grant Program is revitalizing Main Street with businesses that offer hot yoga, sustainable clothing, saunas and hair care.
From the Chamber: Reform Physical Therapy and Hammond Lumber named Businesses of the Year
This Friday, eight business leaders will be recognized for outstanding contributions to our region both throughout the past year and throughout their careers. The Bath-Brunswick Regional Chamber Annual Awards Night 2024 presented by One River CPAs and Clark Insurance is a night for us to celebrate individuals and organizations with video presentations and speeches. The […]
Black women struggle to find their way in a job world where diversity is under attack
With attacks on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives raging, Black women looking to climb the corporate ladder face a more hostile landscape than ever.