Downeaster passenger rail service increasing its daily runs
PreCOVID-19, the Downeaster made five daily round-trips between Brunswick and Boston.
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Bath Iron Works files federal complaint against union for ‘threatening’ message
BIW President Dirk Lesko said that the union statement was a violation of the National Labor Relations Act.
BIW union threatens to fine workers who cross picket lines
It accuses the company of issuing “propaganda” to undermine the union or the strike.
Janet Mills signs deal with Hydro-Quebec to provide corridor electricity to Maine
The electricity will be enough to power 70,000 homes or 10,000 businesses, according to the governor’s office.
Jay mill to lay off 59 workers after explosion
The Pixelle Specialty Solutions mill in Jay announced that it will lay off 59 workers effective Monday.
Chellie Pingree pushes Trump administration to act on lobster industry aid
The Democrat from Maine’s 1st District championed an amendment to a budget bill for the 2021 fiscal year urges the USDA to act immediately on aid to the lobster industry.
Sappi to cut 75 jobs at Westbrook paper mill
About 260 workers are employed at the Westbrook mill.
Maine is looking for creative ways to stick with its 207 area code
Maine’s 207 area code is expected to run out of numbers by 2024.
Credit union launches program to pay farm closing costs
Maine Harvest Federal Credit Union said the program would incentivize farmers who are interested in buying land.
Feds award Maine hospitals more than $1 million to aid coronavirus response
The money will be used to train the workforce, expand telemedicine and buy supplies.
Have $1.25M? You can bid on the secure building where the Navy oversees BIW.
The auction by Ten-X Commercial will be held from noon on July 27 until noon on July 29.
This fruit tastes like a cross between a blueberry and raspberry, and a Maine farm is turning it into syrup and beer
Haskap berries resemble pendulous blueberries and taste like a cross between a blueberry and a raspberry.
Dutch seafood firm to seek state permit for $110M fish farm proposed in Jonesport
Kingfish officials said Tuesday that the discharge permit will be “one of the most critical permits” for the project.
In ‘huge victory’ for Maine, judge rejects key argument against new internet privacy law
The “opt-in” law prevents providers from using, disclosing, selling or permitting access to personal information unless a customer gives permission to do so.
Strike compels layoffs at Bath Iron Works, company president says
The layoffs target about 220 members of Local S7 of the Machinists and Aerospace Workers, according to News Center Maine.
Maine casinos to reopen after state agrees to coronavirus safety plan
Under the agreement, casinos will be allowed up to 200 people inside at a time, while other indoor venues still have 50-person capacities.
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