Known for its over-the-top kindling of imagination, the iconic Toys R Us store is looking for cheaper rent.
2015
Posted inBusiness
Emerging from legal haze, marijuana industry tries branding
Celebrities such as Snoop Dogg and Willie Nelson are part of a rowdy scene left unregulated by the federal government.
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Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, News
Emmy-winning composer and former Camden resident John Duffy dies at age 89
Duffy wrote music for orchestras, television, theater and film, and co-founded the advocacy organization New Music USA.
Posted inMaine, News
Flight bound for Bangor makes emergency landing in Rhode Island
The crew of Allegiant Flight 736 reported heat in the rear of the cabin.
Posted inBusiness
For company acquisitions, 2015 a sizzling year
Global deal-making rose more than 30 percent, and businesses spent a record $5.03 trillion to get bigger.
Posted inMaine, News
New state figures show Maine overdose deaths continue to climb
The rate, through nine months, is on pace to far exceed last year’s total of 208 accidental overdose deaths.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Trial of man accused of shooting wife in staged Saco break-in delayed until February
The New Hampshire man, a former Army marksman, invaded a Saco home, wounded two people and left a trail of evidence before his arrest, authorities say.
Posted inMaine, News
Dog saved after falling through ice on Raymond pond
A neighbor who called emergency officials reported hearing a bark and being led by the dog to its sister, who had fallen through the ice.
Posted inBlack Bear Essentials, Sports
Black Bear Essentials: UMaine hockey long on excitement, short on wins
The Black Bears put on another great show for a neutral crowd Tuesday night, but loss to New Hampshire is just continuation of a trend.
Posted inCapitol Ticker, Maine, Politics
LePage sends allegorical gift book to (some) Republicans
Also: Group pushing for impeachment schedules State House rally and lawmakers tap S&P settlement for drug bill