Maine’s gas supply stable amid panic-buying in Southeast US
Maine is in a good position to keep vehicle fuel flowing because its energy supply comes from Canada and Europe, not from the Colonial Pipeline that has been shut down by a cyberattack.
Coronavirus’ impact on Maine’s economy
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US job growth slows sharply in sign of hiring struggles
The economic rebound has been so fast that many businesses have been caught flat-footed and unable to fill all their job openings.
US unemployment claims fall to a pandemic low of 498K
The rapid turnaround has led many businesses, especially restaurants and others in the hospitality industry, to complain that they can’t find enough workers to fill open jobs.
Maine reinstates full work search requirements for unemployment benefits
With the return to full work requirements, people receiving unemployment benefits will be required to actively look for work and accept a job offer if it fits their skills set.
Truck drivers for Shaw’s supermarkets return to work
The drivers based at a warehouse in Wells returned to work Wednesday, delivering grocery staples to more than 100 stores across the Northeast.
Swab maker’s Tennessee expansion lets it access a workforce larger than Maine’s
Puritan Medical Products’ new plant in an old auto parts warehouse in Orlinda, Tennessee, will be the fourth for the century-old Guilford company.
Facebook board’s Trump decision could have wider impacts
Politicians, free speech experts and activists around the world are watching the decision closely.
Marijuana businesses hope adult-only gummies, chocolates grow in Maine market
What the Maine Office of Marijuana Policy calls infused products represent 14 percent of sales, though in March they counted for 16 percent.
Hyundai recalls over 390K vehicles for possible engine fires
In one recall, owners are being told to park their vehicles outdoors until repairs are made.
Jay mill owner sues Florida contractor over 2020 explosion
Pixelle Specialty Solutions has sued a Florida contractor over poor welds it claims caused an explosion at its Jay mill.
Companies rip off poor employees and get away with it
Economists estimate that pervasive wage theft costs workers at least $15 billion a year — far more than the amount stolen in robberies.
Clean megaprojects divide environmentalists
There are deep disputes about the wisdom of projects that will impose their own impact on the environment.
Bangor Savings ranks highest in New England in customer satisfaction for 4th straight year
It’s the sixth time since 2015 that Bangor Savings has received the highest marks from J.D. Power’s banking survey.
135-year-old Maine bookstore to open 3 new locations this summer
Sherman’s Maine Coast Book Shop, one of the 10 oldest bookstores in the U.S., will open new shops in Topsham, Windham and Rockland.
Shaw’s delivery drivers go on strike in southern Maine
Teamsters Local Union No. 340 authorized the strike in November, when the union was unable to reach an agreement with management on a new contract.
Maine’s coastal communities seek short-term rental regulations ahead of tourist season
Proponents of rental regulations argue short-term rentals can take business away from hotels and motels and can drive up housing costs.
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