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Hannaford Being Sued Over ‘Sustainable’ Seafood Claims
Supermarket giant Hannaford is facing accusations it displays signs falsely claiming it sells only sustainable seafood. A new lawsuit claims Hannaford actually sells industrially farmed salmon that gravely harms marine ecosystems and destroys marine life worldwide. The suit contends Hannaford misleadingly advertises sustainable seafood and sells high-quality, traceable seafood. The...
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Portland charitable organizations upset over being forced to pay city property taxes
PORTLAND (WGME) – Some charitable organizations in Portland are upset over the city tax assessor forcing them to pay property taxes despite their tax-exempt status from the state and federal government. Many owe tens of thousands of dollars in property taxes. The City of Portland has long recognized the...
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A strong team starts with genuine caring about its members
At OTIS Federal Credit Union, being part of the team can mean helping a neighbor learn about money management, spending a summer afternoon together at a family barbecue, or taking a moment to recognize a colleague who went above and beyond. Those connections are part of life at the Jay-based...
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Alna Waste Disposal Company Acquired by Regional Company after Two Years in Business
Dave’s Disposal, an Alna-based garbage collecting service, has been acquired by regional company Casella Waste Systems. Owner Dave Kelley announced the acquisition in an Oct. 1 email to customers forwarded to The Lincoln County News. Kelley, who declined to comment, founded Dave’s Disposal in 2024. He also runs Dave...
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Maine couple forced to choose food or heat as oil prices skyrocket
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Gorham group continues to push back against proposed Amazon warehouse
GORHAM (WGME) – A group in Gorham is pushing back against a proposed Amazon warehouse in town. The group Gorham United says it filed a court appeal Wednesday, asking the town to reconsider Amazon's plans off Route 25. The court appeal challenges the town's approval of the proposed Amazon...
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Augusta water district sues paper mills for PFAS contamination
The Greater Augusta Utility District is suing the owners of four paper mills on the Kennebec River for allegedly contaminating one of its drinking water wells downstream with toxic "forever chemicals." The district said that per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, discharged at the mills and nearby landfills were carried...
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Wiscasset Developers Bring Proposal to Residents at Informational Meeting
Developers are proposing a 170-unit apartment complex at 257 Bath Road in Wiscasset across from the intersection of Birch Point Road. Patrick Boothe, a partner and principal architect at Portland-based architecture design and construction firm Woodhull, described the structure as holding a possible 170 units with multiple road-facing buildings and a four-story structure in the back. Designs display a total of five structures and 172 units.
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CMMC responds to ads for nurses with $20K sign-on bonus after firings
LEWISTON, Maine (WGME) -- An Instagram ad for open nursing positions at Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston is drawing attention after the hospital recently fired or suspended 20 nurses. The posting offers a $20,000 sign-on bonus for full-time, experienced nurses. One comment on the post reads, "You should rehire...
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Landry/French Construction expands its legacy through landmark projects, employee ownership, and a commitment to excellence
Since day one, Landry/French Construction (Landry/French) has built its reputation on a simple but powerful belief: that exceptional buildings begin with exceptional relationships. Guided by a mission to build unrivaled relationships through trust, accountability, and bold action, the employee-owned commercial construction company is known for its relentless pursuit of excellence, clear accountability at every level, and teams that execute with urgency, confidence, and pride. Since its founding in 2010, Landry/French has delivered construction management, design-build, and general contracting services across a diverse range of industries, with particular strength in the education sector, while earning the confidence of clients throughout New England and Florida.
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Hannaford Being Sued Over ‘Sustainable’ Seafood Claims
Supermarket giant Hannaford is facing accusations it displays signs falsely claiming it sells only sustainable seafood. A new lawsuit claims Hannaford actually sells industrially farmed salmon that gravely harms marine ecosystems and destroys marine life worldwide. The suit contends Hannaford misleadingly advertises sustainable seafood and sells high-quality, traceable seafood. The...
WGME
Portland charitable organizations upset over being forced to pay city property taxes
PORTLAND (WGME) – Some charitable organizations in Portland are upset over the city tax assessor forcing them to pay property taxes despite their tax-exempt status from the state and federal government. Many owe tens of thousands of dollars in property taxes. The City of Portland has long recognized the...
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Several paper and packing companies being sued for allegedly contaminating drinking water for decades