State hikes jobless insurance rates as claims rise

In the first nine months of this year, employers paid $123 million into the system, while workers collected $170 million in benefits.

Medicare cuts may affect equipment

Maine companies that sell home medical equipment say health insurance changes may force them out of business and could affect the seniors who use their products.

In January, the federal government will begin cutting Medicare reimbursements to so-called durable medical equipment providers, those who sell and service home-use oxygen tanks, wheelchairs and walkers. Although the cuts won’t initially affect Maine, the changes may eventually lead to reduced reimbursements in the state, according to people familiar with the industry.

Holiday tree rises to the occasion downtown

Workers were putting the finishing touches on the 50-foot Christmas tree in Monument Square this morning

Mall looks a lot like Christmas

Thanksgiving is still more than a week away, but Christmas is in the air at the Maine Mall.

Santa Claus arrived Saturday, setting up shop in front of the Gap and marking the start of a holiday season in which shoppers say they will spend cautiously because of economic uncertainty.

On Monday, wide-eyed kids — and a few giggling adults — took turns meeting with Santa, who was plopped in an easy chair in front of a snowy miniature village.

Casino’s developers unveil site, phased plan

Neighbors of the Route 26 property applaud the project, which includes a hotel and recreational trails.

Oxford developer unveils casino site

The residents who attended the meeting supported the project for the jobs they hope it will bring to the community.

TV fees battle is brewing

Time Warner and WGME’s parent fail to agree on a contract, threatening to black out CBS programs.

Stonyfield CEO: ‘Green’ is great for businesses

Gary Hirshberg today will deliver his efficiency and ecology message to a group of local businesspeople.

Pigeon Hill site selected for casino

Black Bear Entertainment plans to build its $165 million resort off Route 26 in the town of Oxford.

Casino to be built on Pigeon Hill in Oxford

The Oxford casino approved by voters Nov. 2 will be located on Pigeon Hill off Route 26 in Oxford, according to Rob Lally, one of the casino investors with Black Bear Entertainment LLC. The location will be officially announced at a news conference at 10 a.m. Friday at Oxford Town Hall. Voters approved a ballot […]