But economists still think the report for February, due out Friday, will show solid job growth and an unemployment rate at a near-normal 5.6%.
March 2015
Posted inLifestyle, News
Spanking still largely acceptable in U.S., survey finds
Spanking is most acceptable in the South, but a majority of New England residents disapproves.
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Posted inSchools and Education
Education called key to Indian mascot dispute
Skowhegan’s superintendent reported to the school board Thursday night on a meeting with a former Penobscot Nation chief.
Posted inSports, Varsity Maine
Unified basketball thriving in first season
Playoffs begin for all of Maine’s 17 teams next week.
Posted inBusiness
Largest 31 U.S. banks pass Fed’s stress tests
The Fed says the 31 banks are stronger than at any time since the 2008 financial crisis.
Posted inMaine
Cost of buying, renovating Oakland church hits $950,000
The town, which hopes to put municipal offices there, might have to back out of the deal if the price goes above $1 million.
Posted inNation & World
Review of Clinton’s private email account may take months
The process could be a drawn-out distraction for the likely 2016 presidential candidate.
Posted inMaine
Somerset County registrar misses work again
Diane Godin failed to report to work Thursday, the second time she has missed work since county commissioners adjusted her schedule to one day per month.
Posted inMaine
Anson voters face smaller budget proposal
The town budget proposed by selectmen is nearly $75,000 less than the current spending package.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Duo sentenced in Christmas Eve break-in at Augusta beverage shop
Justin Murphy broke into Damon’s Beverage Mart and stole the liquor; his uncle, Anthony Murphy, drank the stolen liquor.