The economy’s widespread improvement, and a pickup in inflation, are key reasons the central bank is believed to be moving closer toward pulling back its policies on ultra-low interest rates.
2021
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, Politics
Biden woos working class with new ‘buy American’ efforts
Democrats’ political prospects next year might hinge on whether the president succeeds in reinvigorating a sector that has steadily lost jobs for more than 4 decades.
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Posted inBoston Bruins, Sports
NHL notebook: Bruins add experienced goalie, sign Buffalo’s Linus Ullmark
The Bruins also sign forwards Tomas Nosek, Erik Haula and Mike Foligno, and defenseman Derek Forbort.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Hannaford recalls some store-produced baked goods
Those products used McCormick’s Perfect Pinch Italian Seasoning, which is being recalled for possible salmonella contamination.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Senate votes to start work on $1 trillion infrastructure bill
The 67-32 tally to begin formal consideration showed the high interest among senators in the package, but it’s unclear if enough Republicans will eventually join Democrats to support final passage.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
Longtime Richmond teacher, coach to take on elementary principal role
Troy Kendrick has been hired as principal of Marcia Buker Elementary School in Richmond, following Tom McKee’s decision to return to teaching.
Posted inOlympics, Sports
Olympics roundup: Croatian Sinkovic brothers take gold in rowing men’s pair
Martin and Valent Sinkovic are the first men to win Olympic gold in both double sculls and the sweep pairs.
Posted inSports
Sports Digest: Sea Dogs lose a doubleheader to New Hampshire
The Fisher Cats allow three runs in the two games, winning 6-1 and 3-2.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Maine Crime
Vassalboro man who allegedly stole ashes, geckos, indicted on domestic violence, burglary charges
A Kennebec County grand jury handed up indictments July 22 and 23.
Posted inAuto Racing, Sports
New England Forest Rally returns to western Maine this weekend
Approximately 90 cars will navigate the treacherous corners of logging roads near Sunday River during the 30th annual auto race.