SKOWHEGAN — Skowhegan Savings Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Vicki Alward to executive vice president, chief operating officer. With 17 years at the bank, Alward has played a key role in its growth and community commitment. SKOWHEGAN — Skowhegan Savings Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Vicki Alward to executive…

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) – If you’re looking for ways to save some money on your utility bill this year, there are some simple ways you can start saving – now. Click HERE for energy-saving resources. Unplug your second refrigerator or freezer.  Many families keep a second fridge to hold extra drinks or to use…

HARRISON – Norway Savings Bank was pleased to present the Harrison Food Bank with a $2,000 donation to assist the organization in its preparations for the holiday season. The Harrison Food Bank, which is located on 176 Waterford Road, is open each Tuesday from noon to 6 p.m. The organization believes that access to nutritious…

Oil and gas investments tapping into tax advantages for drilling costs, qualified opportunity zones and 1031 exchanges could bring valuable returns with fewer payments to Uncle Sam. Financial advisors working with high net worth investors or other clients seeking diversification with tax savings should consider alternative investments in oil and gas, according to Matthew Iak,…

Great news: Le Creuset’s Winter Savings Event is here. It’s the perfect time to invest in the brand’s tried and true cookware since many of its bestselling items are up to 50% off right now. “Le Creuset is a household name when it comes to bakeware and cookware, so no matter what I use from…

Saving for retirement will get a little more attractive next year. Given the dire state of savings in this country, anything that convinces workers they need to save more will be beneficial. The Secure Act 2.0, enacted in 2022, ushered in several additional improvements in retirement savings, including even higher 401(k) plan catch-up contributions. The…

Millennials are savers raised on a spending generation – 45% of Gen Xers’ savings are behind schedule, with millennials’ savings most impacted, according to a Goldman Sachs Asset Management survey, The Generational Divide into The Financial Vortex. From my position as an advisor, my two greatest concerns are a lack of communication and the uncertainty inherent in…

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For Connecticut restaurateurs and foodservice operators, ongoing labor shortages and rising food costs have made operating budgets more challenging than ever. While factors like food prices and labor availability can’t be fully controlled, one area that offers significant potential for both cost savings and community goodwill is energy efficiency. United Illuminating (UI), Connecticut Natural Gas…

PARIS (Reuters) -France’s new government aims to squeeze around 50 billion euros ($52 billion) in savings out of the 2025 budget, Finance Minister Eric Lombard said on Monday, setting a lower target than his predecessor. Lombard said that an easier belt-tightening effort was necessary in order to preserve economic growth, adding the budget bill currently…