A supply group’s positive report suggests the sector could be an engine for job growth in the year ahead.
2011
Posted inNation & World
Teen kills himself, another, at school
The principal is also wounded and the high school is locked down for two hours.
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Posted inBusiness
Starbucks goes nameless in new streamlined logo
Starbucks is giving its siren a facelift. The world’s largest coffee company unveiled a new logo Wednesday that drops the words encircling its iconic sea nymph and gives her a few subtle updates. Starbucks says the changes amount to more than nips and tucks to its favorite lady. The fresh look goes with a new […]
Posted inLife & Culture
People & Entertanment: NBA offers homeless announcer a job
CLEVELAND – With a deep, refined voice, one that had been sadly misplaced, Ted Williams simply asked for help to get him off the streets. He’s been heard. Left homeless after his life and career were ruined by drugs and alcohol, Williams has been offered a job by the NBA’s Cleveland Cavaliers and is being […]
Posted inNews
For much of the Northeast, 2010 was one hot number
In Caribou, along with Boston and all of Rhode Island and New Hampshire, it was the hottest year on record.
Posted inBusiness
Shoptalk: A natural lane change
A conversation with Rick Jones, new co-owner of the Big 20 candlepin bowling center in Scarborough.
Posted inBusiness
Maine economy at pivotal point, says cautiously optimistic Colgan
Positive trends heading into 2011 hold promise for a rebound, but other factors may spoil that picture.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: LePage crystal clear on priorities for Maine
The new governor vows to make Maine a good place to do business, to the benefit of all.
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Whatever your goal, there’s a mixer to match
With the new year here, we’re all doing our best to stick to those resolutions. This means that (at least for January), we’ll be eating more vegetables, hitting the gym more frequently and drinking less booze. But what to do if you resolved to grow your business or meet new people? The answer is easy: […]
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Bar Guide: Portland Pie makes sense – any way you slice it
Of course you’ve tried Portland Pie Co. Pizzeria and Pub, right? With restaurants in Portland, Scarborough and — my local favorite — Westbrook, the eating and drinking spot has become hard to miss. The first location opened in 1997, and Portland Pie specializes in gourmet pizzas, appetizers, salads and sandwiches. It’s known as a place […]