A pact between the U.S., Canada and Mexico exempts the vast majority of imports from the new tax. But the changes will still hurt Maine’s people and businesses, according to the state chamber of commerce.
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Is Maine’s enthusiasm for fireworks fizzling out?
The number of stores in the state has been declining since 2018, and after an uptick during the pandemic, sales have slowed as well.
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Downtown Portland Renys will not renew Congress Street lease
The company said it will not renew its lease next April and does not have plans to open a new location in the city.
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Patagonia drops lawsuit against Marden’s over fake jackets
The outdoor gear brand had accused the Maine bargain retailer of selling counterfeit jackets with ‘virtually identical’ copies of the Patagonia label.
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Bills targeting grocery price gouging fail to win lawmakers’ support
A legislative committee agreed with business advocates who say the bills are unnecessary and will make it impossible for businesses to manage risk.
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Meet the Mainers behind Renys’ ubiquitous, 4-word jingle
The ad tune, created by David Melville, has been heard in Maine every day since 2011.
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L.L. Bean drops lawsuit against canvas tote copycat
4Imprint Inc. apparently no longer sells the ‘boat tote’ that prompted the Freeport-based retailer to claim trademark infringement.
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Tern Coffee and Tea coming to Brunswick
The store is opening in the former Maine Street home of Vinylhaven.
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Third Space Market launches in Gorham
The store sells grab-and-go food and beverages, as well as pantry items and gifts, and provides seating for community events and co-working.
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Another weed shop opened on Forest Ave. This is how they all survive.
There are now six cannabis shops within a mile and a half of Forest Avenue, and their owners say there’s room for all of them.