Maine’s construction industry remains strong and major private developments are still on track as the coronavirus pandemic hammers other sectors of the economy. But the future of construction and development in the state remains uncertain. New hotel, restaurant and retail developments are unlikely in the immediate future as those economic […]
Downturn
WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s the paradox of a pandemic that has crushed the U.S. economy: 12.9 million people have lost a job and a dangerous rash of businesses has closed, yet the personal finances of many Americans have remained strong — and in some ways have even improved. A new […]
Investing can often seem like an intimidating endeavor that’s pretty much out of reach for anyone who doesn’t have a cool $50,000 lying around somewhere. After all, most brokerages and financial advisors require pretty high initial investments that can be a deterrent for people who are short on extra cash […]
EAU CLAIRE — It was supposed to be a banner year for attracting droves of tourists to the Chippewa Valley. In addition to the perennial summer concerts that bring big musical acts to the area, there was an air show and Farm Technology Days also planned this summer in Eau […]