ARC Automotive’s inflators can explode with too much force and expel shrapnel. The explosions have caused deaths and injuries.
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Posted inTimes Record
The Vermont Flannel Company opens first Maine storefront in Freeport
Dozens gathered for the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday evening for a scoop of Ben & Jerry’s and the chance to browse the new flannel store.
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India pauses plans to add new coal plants for 5 years
The country, currently reliant on coal for around 75% of its electricity, is betting on renewables and batteries.
Posted inBusiness
In Canada, each cigarette will get a warning label
Six separate warnings will be printed directly on individual cigarettes as Canada becomes the first in the world to take that step aimed at helping people quit the habit.
Posted inNation & World, New England, News
Massachusetts assault weapons ban targeted in federal suit
The National Association for Gun Rights looks to overturn the 1998 ban, which became a permanent law in 2004.
Posted inBusiness
Know any airplane mechanics? A wave of retirements is leaving some U.S. industries desperate to hire
Across the U.S. economy, a number of industries – in fields such as construction, manufacturing, nursing and some professional industries like accounting – are facing the same formidable challenge.
Posted inLocal Government, Maine, News
Winthrop, Monmouth officials to negotiate details of sharing joint police chief
Monmouth Police Chief Paul Ferland, who is currently also the interim police chief in Winthrop, would hold the Winthrop position permanently if negotiations are successful.
Posted inNation & World, News, Politics, Schools and Education
Senate passes Republican-led bill overturning student loan cancellation, teeing it up for Biden veto
President Biden has pledged to keep in place his commitment to cancel up to $20,000 in federal student loans for 43 million people.
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Just days to spare, Senate gives final approval to debt ceiling deal, sending it to Biden
President Biden said he would sign the bill into law as soon as possible. “This bipartisan agreement is a big win for our economy and the American people,” the president said.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Augusta Board of Education member calls for detailed audit of finances in vote against proposed school budget
Board member Kati McCormick questioned the accuracy of the spending plan, pointing to a rocky budgeting process that earlier involved a nearly $800,000 mistake in calculations.