NEW YORK (AP) — Sears Holdings Corp. said Monday that Alasdair James has joined the company as president and chief member officer for its Kmart business, a new position. James, 44, was most recently the commercial director for British supermarket giant Tesco’s global business unit. He will be responsible for Kmart’s financial performance and merchandising, […]
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Law students sue when software fails
PORTLAND, Ore. Law students taking the bar exam have it tough: Three years hitting the books. Hundreds of thousands of dollars in tuition. And all of it, potentially wasted with a few failed attempts at the dreaded state-administered test. So in late July, with one day of the grueling session behind them, thousands of law […]
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Southern Midcoast Maine Chamber
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MESSAGE: An advantage of belonging to a membership organization is group buying power. If your business is a member of the Southern Midcoast Maine Chamber (SMMC), you can save money by participating in a variety of programs. One very popular program is the SMMC cooperative advertising opportunity. SMMC buys pages in a […]
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Work Opportunities names new director
DOVER, N.H. — Sarah Ames Pednault was recently promoted to director of Business Development at Work Opportunities Unlimited, a community-based employment service provider. In this new role, Pednault will develop and maintain contacts with educational institutions, employment and state agencies, placement firms, and other referral sources. She’ll also be responsible for interviewing and evaluating applicants, […]
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Acclaimed restaurant lost, then found in Waldo County
FREEDOM E rin French’s new restaurant in the Waldo County town of Freedom has the same name as her old one: The Lost Kitchen. From the sounds of it, though, French is far from lost. In fact, she said she feels like she has finally found what she has been looking for. “I feel reborn. […]
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Gannett spinning off publishing business
MCLEAN, Va. (AP) — Gannett is spinning off its publishing business from its broadcasting and digital operations. The company is also acquiring full ownership of Cars.com for $1.8 billion. It follows the Tribune Co., Time Warner Inc. and News Corp. in breaking off print media from its rapidly expanding broadcast operations. Gannett Co. said Tuesday […]
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‘Got game’ at local store
LISBON FALLS — Tucked away in a recently refurbished basement on Main street is the Lisbon area’s newest entertainment venue. No it’s not a movie or performance theater; it’s a store that specializes in imagination. Madhouse Games on Main Street, located under the offices of Glidden tax service, opened for business recently. “We toyed with […]
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Sorry Speedo, Phelps signs with new swimsuit company
BALTIMORE Michael Phelps has been linked with Speedo throughout his swimming career, most notably collecting a $1 million bonus after he won a record eight gold medals at the Beijing Games. Now, as he comes back from retirement, the most decorated athlete in Olympic history will have a different look. Phelps is announcing Tuesday that […]
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4 graduate at Downeast
WALDOBORO — The Downeast School of Massage held commencement exercises for four new massage therapists from the 53rd graduation class and approximately 50 guests on July 19 at the school in Waldoboro. Kat Pound represented her class by speaking to the audience at graduation. Memories surfaced with laughter, gratitude, and tears representing the deep bonding […]
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Souther Midcoast Maine Chamber
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MESSAGE: How does a business increase its brand awareness and how does chamber membership assist in that? A business promotes itself with Mobile! And thanks to Bob Hutchins, MaineMade Photo and a chamber board director, the chamber can offer each member listing on MyChamberAPP. Here’s some interesting information about mobile phones that […]