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Apr 07 2026POLITICS

From Brewery Owner to City Hall: Why Business Skills Matter in Local Government

Running a small business and serving in government might seem like two totally different jobs, but one candidate believes the skills overlap more than people think. Though many argue that governments should operate like companies, others point out that public service has unique challenges. With fift

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Apr 07 2026OPINION

Small Acts That Feed a Whole Community

In coastal Maine towns like Bath and Brunswick, scenic ocean views often steal the spotlight. Yet behind the postcard-perfect scenery lies a quieter challenge—people going without enough food. One local food program called the Veggie Van is quietly changing that by bringing fresh groceries directly

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Apr 07 2026FINANCE

Stablecoins and Tokenization: Could Altcoins Be the Next Big Thing?

Recently, some of the most well-known cryptocurrencies, outside of Bitcoin, have quietly gained ground despite tough economic times. Ethereum, for example, rose nearly 10% in a month when global conflicts and stock market drops made investors nervous. Chainlink and Solana also showed small gains, de

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Apr 06 2026BUSINESS

Job Fair Opens Doors for Teens with Autism in Passaic

Passaic is set to hold a special job fair for teens with autism on Saturday, April 18. Eight local businesses will be there to talk about work and give hands‑on training. The event happens during Autism Awareness Month, making it one of the first of its kind in the area. The idea started wi

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Apr 06 2026FINANCE

Banking Gets a Blockchain Boost to Help Small Firms

China’s top tax and finance bodies pushed banks to use blockchain and privacy‑focused computing on Monday, aiming to make the “bank‑tax interaction” smoother and give small businesses more loan options. The State Administration of Taxation and the National Financial Regulatory Administration issued

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Apr 06 2026FINANCE

Marvell’s Stock Soars: What’s Next for the Chipmaker?

In March, Marvell Technology’s shares jumped nearly a quarter, marking the biggest monthly rise in years. The surge came after the company reported solid Q4 results for fiscal 2026, a growing need for custom silicon in data centers, and new collaboration with Nvidia that promises higher demand for f

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Apr 06 2026FINANCE

TravelSky Tech Keeps Investors on the Upswing

GF Securities analysts have decided to keep their recommendation for TravelSky Technology at “Buy. ” They also raised the target price to HK$13. 72, showing confidence in the company’s future. The broader market consensus agrees, labeling TravelSky a “Strong Buy. ” The average target price from a

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Apr 06 2026POLITICS

National Money, Local Vote: A New Twist in Eau Claire Politics

The latest buzz in Eau Claire’s city council race shows that two big national groups have poured money into a local, nonpartisan election. One is the State & Local Election Alliance, and the other is the Working Families Party PAC. Together they have spent about $64, 545 on mailers, phone calls and

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Apr 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

The Lucky Wolf’s New Chapter

A historic theater in Paw Paw, Michigan, once owned by a husband‑wife duo, has entered a new era after the unexpected passing of its co‑founder. The venue, which reopened as “The Lucky Wolf, ” had become a hub for music, comedy and community events under the guidance of Jason Deibler‑Love. He has no

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Apr 06 2026TECHNOLOGY

When Online Battles Lead to Strange Removals

A musician recently found herself in a bizarre situation where posts about her fight against a copyright claim got taken down for breaking copyright rules. After a distributor reversed its claim on her YouTube videos, her updates on Facebook and Instagram mysteriously vanished too. The platforms and

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