BUSINESS

Jun 03 2026SPORTS

A. J. Brown leaves Eagles: teammates balance emotions and business realities

The Eagles wrapped up another practice with little time for nostalgia. Just days after A. J. Brown was sent to New England, teammates reflected on two years of shared wins, tight practices, and the unspoken rule that football runs on more than just emotion. The trade felt like a page turn for a team

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Jun 02 2026BUSINESS

California Tax Decision Hits Salad Brand

The state of California has ruled that a New England–based salad‑dressing maker must pay income tax, even though the company claims it only sells its products in the state. The decision comes from the California Office of Tax Appeals, which said the firm’s activities in the state go beyond simple sa

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Jun 02 2026BUSINESS

Star Wars and the Big Deal of Merch

The story starts with a man who loved movies. He made small films that got people talking. Then he released a space adventure in 1977 that everyone watched. That film became the biggest hit of its time. The studio that made the film was not sure it would work. They were scared to spend too much mon

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Jun 02 2026BUSINESS

New stores and upgrades coming to a Lancaster shopping spot

A Lancaster mall is getting a fresh wave of new businesses while bigger changes are still in the works. A mix of shops and services are opening in recent months, adding to the variety already available at The Shops @Rockvale. A furniture and décor store called A New Dawn just moved into a 2, 700-squ

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Jun 01 2026BUSINESS

El Al Re‑opens Tel Aviv–San Francisco Flights to Boost Tech Ties

El Al Airlines will start flying nonstop between Tel Aviv and San Francisco on October 25, offering three weekly trips that last about 15 hours. The airline chose the flight number LY49 as a nod to the city’s famous football team, the 49ers. The move comes after business leaders and Israelis in Cali

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Jun 01 2026BUSINESS

Choosing a Bank That Matches Your Values

Many companies that care about the planet and people want to make sure every choice supports those goals. One big choice is where they keep their money. If a bank lends to coal plants or private prisons, the company’s savings help those businesses grow. That can hurt a brand that says it ca

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Jun 01 2026BUSINESS

New Spots Pop Up in Bay City and Saginaw: From Brews to Ice Cream

A fresh brew house just opened in downtown Bay City. The place makes its own beers and serves tasty food. Locals who have waited for years can now enjoy a new spot that mixes craft beer with Irish‑style pub vibes. Saginaw County is also getting a new fast‑food option. A Dairy Queen will open i

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Jun 01 2026BUSINESS

Honoring Jeff Hayden and other Minnesota community leaders

Jeff Hayden, a well-known Minnesota politician, recently received the People's Advocate Award from the Cultural Wellness Center. This award recognizes his twelve years of service as a state senator and representative from Minneapolis. Hayden worked hard to bring attention to important community issu

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Jun 01 2026BUSINESS

Small businesses opening and closing in Central Massachusetts

A Hooters restaurant in Shrewsbury is shutting down, though no specific end date was shared. This leaves only three other Hooters locations across Massachusetts. The building used to house a Chili's before Hooters moved in back in 2015. The closure might leave locals wondering about the future of th

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Jun 01 2026BUSINESS

New spots popping up in the Quad Cities: ice cream, thrift shopping, and nightlife

Aledo has a familiar sweet treat back again—just without the grill. Bowlyou’s Ice Cream Shop reopened on Third Street after shutting down its full restaurant last fall. This time, it’s all about scoops and cones, not burgers. The shop’s social media post called it a place for summer memories, with c

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