Officials’ interpretation of the minimum wage ordinance approved by 62% of voters last week runs contrary to organizers’ intent, their attorney says.
2020
Posted inNation & World
Census Bureau denies fake data allegations by census workers
Workers say they were told to make up answers about households where they were unable to get information.
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Posted inMaine, News, Uncategorized
Four additional deaths, 172 new COVID-19 cases reported in Maine as virus surges
The number of active cases of the coronavirus in Maine has tripled – from roughly 600 to 1,800 – in one month, and hospitalizations as well as deaths are climbing.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports, UMaine Sports
Kicker Kenny Doak leaving UMaine football team
Doak, whose two winning field goals in 2018 helped the Black Bears win the league championship, has entered the NCAA transfer portal.
Posted inMorning Sentinel, Schools and Education
Maine Arts Academy in Sidney switches to fully remote learning following positive COVID-19 case
Some 250 high school students from nearly 80 Maine communities attend the Maine Arts Academy at the Snow Pond Center for the Arts.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
In court moves, Britney Spears seeks freedom from father
The conservatorship started in 2008 when the pop star was struggling with her mental health.
Posted inSports
Sports Digest: UMaine women’s basketball picked to win conference
The Black Bears finished 12-4 in America East last season and advance to the conference championship game.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Covetrus reports net loss, higher revenue for third quarter
The Portland-based company cited challenges related to the coronavirus pandemic when explaining the quarterly net loss.
Posted inSports
NFL notebook: Roethlisberger among four Steelers quarantined as COVID-19 contacts
Ben Roethlisberger, Vince Williams and two Steelers are on five-day quarantines and could still play Sunday against the Bengals.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Hallowell officials approve $25K to study moving police to old fire station
After rejecting one proposal for a mixed-use development last month, the city is looking to determine how much it would cost to move the police department to the Second Street Fire Station.