Researchers have uncovered a network of tens of thousands of fake Twitter accounts created to support former President Donald Trump and attack his critics and potential rivals.
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Prospective marijuana business cries foul over Old Orchard Beach rule change
Two Old Orchard Beach residents are suing the town after it changed an ordinance on recreational marijuana stores before a planned June referendum that would limit the size of the businesses.
No. 1 in the Northeast: Maine startup business is region’s fastest-growing, says Inc.
According to Inc. magazine, Rarebreed Veterinary Partners has grown revenue over two years by nearly 4,700% – more than any other private business across nine states.
With no place to go, some patients in Maine spend months in hospitals
A lack of beds and staffing at assisted living facilities and nursing homes creates an unwelcome situation that benefits neither the languishing patients nor the hospitals shouldering their care.
The environmental disaster lurking inside your chocolate bar
As demand for cocoa climbs, the African nations where most of it is grown are seeking more compensation for impoverished farmers.
Ford will raise production as U.S. auto sales start to recover
The computer chip shortage is easing and automakers are starting to build supplies on dealer lots.
New company bets on social media as news destination for Gen Z
The News Movement uses reporters with an average age of 25 to make tailored content for sites like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and Twitter.
China accuses U.S. of attacking companies after export curbs
The Commerce Department cites security and human rights concerns.
Jury finds that Nappi Distributors did not discriminate against female sales rep
Michele Tourangeau had sued the company for gender discrimination in 2020.
Amazon pauses construction on 2nd headquarters in Virginia
Meanwhile, the company’s latest job cuts affect 18,000 corporate employees.