Bank of America

The company said it will use the money to meet customer obligations and pay employees, vendors and others as it seeks a buyer for the business.

According to Maine’s Department of Labor, 16% of working-age adults in the state have one or more disabilities, exceeding the national average of 13%.

Guest columnist Todd Peacock offers five strategies Maine business leaders can implement to ensure a strong year ahead.

Tedford was awarded a $50,000 grant over two years, leadership training for the executive director, access to technical coaching and a network of nonprofit peers.

Nichole England will be an assistant vice president and branch relationship manager for the bank's Brunswick location.

Business owners remain confident in the economy, despite lingering uncertainties, writes guest columnist Todd Peacock of Bank of America. But he offers a few tips for small businesses as they navigate the uncertainty.

A U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics study showed 57% of Maine businesses reported having no telework arrangements before or early in the pandemic. Businesses continue to adapt to the change, writes guest columnist Jason Lundy, a business banker.

While the number of donors continues to increase, businesses and organizations supporting the Maine Community Foundation's Lewiston-Auburn Area Response fund include L.L.Bean and the John T. Gorman Foundation, a Portland-based nonprofit.

The center “still has strong local support despite the lack of course offerings,” said an advocacy group. The University of Maine System said it has less demand for in-person offerings and is evaluating options for the property.

Guest columnist Brian Bragg writes that while many adults with intellectual disability are unemployed or underemployed, the labor shortage has created opportunities. He offers suggestions about how to create a supportive workplace.