The Justice Department, wary of the increasing use of artificial intelligence in search results, is also asking a federal judge to push the tech giant to allow websites to shield their content from Google’s AI training.
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New England states’ renewable energy push blasted as too costly by free-market advocates
Clean energy supporters and environmentalists pushed back, calling the conservative groups’ conclusions inaccurate and misleading.
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Aroma Joe’s Coffee in Waterville closed for renovations
The popular Maine chain will be closed until Dec. 9, according to a recent Facebook post.
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MaineGeneral Health honors employees at Augusta banquet
Staff celebrating 20, 25, 30, 35, 40 and 45 years of service were recognized.
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MaineHousing in Augusta receives Outstanding Public Policy award
MaineHousing’s Qualified Allocation Plan has rewarded developers and communities that embrace smart growth principles.
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Maine Justice Foundation in Augusta inducts 2024 fellows
The foundation named Bar Fellows, Honorary Life Fellows and Patron Fellows.
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News Center Maine parent company announces marketing layoffs
It’s not clear how many positions will be terminated, but the layoffs are part of a restructuring by the station’s national parent company, Tegna.
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Tom’s of Maine used contaminated water in toothpaste, FDA says
The Sanford-based company has found small levels of bacteria in water used in their toothpaste and to clean manufacturing equipment.
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Solon mill fined for April incident in which employee was injured
Inspection records show Kennebec Lumber Co. was issued two violations from the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration and fined $5,600.50, but has not had many other major incidents in recent years.
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To improve economy, Maine must address struggling youth and high cost of living, report finds
A prolonged worker shortage is holding back the state economy, according the Maine Economic Growth Council and Maine Development Foundation.