After the store reopened Thursday, a second employee tested positive for COVID-19.
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Free PPE available this week for small Portland businesses
PORTLAND — The city will distribute free personal protective equipment for Portland businesses that interact in person with the public on a daily basis and have 30 or fewer employees. “As we continue to live within a pandemic, PPE (disposable masks, hand sanitizer, and surface disinfectant) is crucial for maintaining safe business operations,” the city […]
Maine Crisp Co. moving operations to Winslow
Family-owned company that began in Waterville is taking over a 17,500-square-foot facility at 20 Lithgow St.
Federal judge orders Portland pandemic supply company to return customer’s deposit
Portland-based Noble Partners was accused of keeping a Florida company’s $108,000 deposit after failing to fulfill an order for medical supplies in May.
The Wrap: Winter closures and openings
Several restaurants take winter breaks, new restaurants in Saco and Brunswick, and Little Giant adds a bakery and wine and beer delivery.
Accounting firm pulls out of downtown for new digs
Overall, the city’s commercial real estate market has fared “remarkably” well during the pandemic, according to the Boulos Company.
Portland Food Co-op closes for 3 days after staffer tests positive for COVID-19
The store will be closed Monday and Tuesday and promises to continue its ‘commitment to safety.’
Some businesses thrived, many lagged during pandemic in 2020
The coronavirus pandemic created winners and losers in the business world.
Bangor toilet paper factory slows down after busy year in pandemic
In addition to providing toilet paper and other paper products, the company provided the raw material for antiseptic wipes.
America’s biggest companies are flourishing, yet putting thousands out of work
Between April and September, 45 of the 50 most valuable publicly traded U.S. firms turned a profit.