The Credit Card Competition Act would stop Visa and Mastercard from hurting small business operators by reining in predatory swipe fees that are among the highest in the world.
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Posted inBusiness
Americans bump up spending in June as inflation eases in a strong job market
Shoppers increased spending at electronic stores and online, but pulled back in grocery stores and gas stations.
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Posted inTimes Record
The Vermont Flannel Company opens first Maine storefront in Freeport
Dozens gathered for the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday evening for a scoop of Ben & Jerry’s and the chance to browse the new flannel store.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
A Kittery outlet mall could make way for housing, hotel
The town’s planning board on Thursday will get a first look at a proposed redevelopment of the Outlets at Kittery, a 6.4-acre retail plaza.
Posted inMaine Voices, Opinion
Maine Voices: Free repair and replacement are available to Maine consumers; here’s how
A ‘little-known’ Maine state law protects consumers against being sold defective goods within four years of sale. Until recently, I had no idea it existed.
Posted inMaine Voices, Opinion
Maine Voices: Again and again, consumers are pushed to the back of the line
I consider myself mild mannered, but even I have been pushed to the brink of meltdown by endless waits and poor customer service.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Let’s not lose sight of stubborn supply chain challenges
An abundance of holiday shopping choices might lead consumers to believe the supply chain is in OK shape again. Wrong!
Posted inBusiness, Food
Dine-and-shop: The trend of restaurants with retail markets comes to Portland
A growing number of local restaurants are incorporating small retail markets where they sell prepared foods, home goods and gifts. Or is it the other way around? Retail stores with a restaurant on the side? Either way, the combination is a winning one.
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Ho, ho, hum: Maine shoppers, stores predict a so-so holiday season
Amid the pandemic, the past two holiday gift-buying sprees have been boon times for retailers. This year, perhaps not so much.
Posted inBusiness
U.S. retail sales stagnate as inflation, rates hit consumers
Consumers are feeling a bigger pinch from rampant price pressures.