Soley moved to Portland in the late 1970s and built a real estate empire while sometimes clashing with tenants and the city.
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Jimmy Fallon gifts Lisbon Falls teen ugly sweater
Brady Knight, a 16-year-old from Lisbon Falls, collected an ugly sweater directly from Jimmy Fallon on ‘The Tonight Show.’
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Americans say their wages aren’t going up enough
Only 30% of Americans are satisfied with their pay, compared with 34% last year, according to a new report from the Pew Research Center, reflecting the ongoing burden of recent price increases.
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Despite progress, Maine women still earn less and are more likely to live in poverty
A report released Thursday calls for more equity in the labor market to close the gender pay gap and improve women’s access to higher paying jobs.
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Swimming: Athletes to watch in southern Maine
These swimmers and divers are versatile and will look to lead teams with championship aspirations.
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Swimming: After years of coming close, Thornton Academy girls hoping this is their turn
After finishing as Class A runner-up last season, the Golden Trojans have the talent and depth to make a run at their first state title.
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Fairfield homes, businesses gain fiber internet access
The expansion, Fidium Fiber’s latest investment in the region, will give the community much-needed high-speed internet access, a town official said.
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Swimming: Teams to watch in southern Maine
The Cape Elizabeth girls aim to keep the dynasty going, while the Thornton Academy girls and Morse boys seek their first state title.
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Dusty attic treasures yield millions for some, disappointment for others
Kaja Veilleux of Thomaston Place Auction Galleries says helping people sort gems from junk is ‘like a treasure hunt every day.’
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Senate begins final push to expand Social Security benefits for millions
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said the bill would ‘ensure Americans are not erroneously denied their well-earned Social Security benefits simply because they chose at some point to work in their careers in public service.’