Observers disagree over whether the data signal an abatement in the housing crisis or if the numbers fail to include ousted tenants who don’t end up in court.
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Bath pastry maker clears obstacles for recent immigrants seeking jobs
Gagné Foods provides free transportation and makes adjustments to support the new Mainers who keep gourmet pastries rolling off the production line.
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Clearing the air: Figuring out the costs of owning an electric vehicle
Buying an electric vehicle helps cut greenhouse gas emissions, which is a clear benefit. Calculating the costs is not as easy.
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UAW leader says Trump would put labor movement into reverse if he’s elected again
Shawn Fain has become a top nemesis of the Republican presidential nominee, who frequently rails against him at rallies and in speeches.
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Justice Department sues TikTok, accusing them of illegally collecting children’s data
The complaint says TikTok also allowed children to create accounts without having to provide their age or obtain parental approval, by using credentials from third-party services.
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Weak U.S. hiring slams global markets, with Dow plunging as unemployment climbs
Friday’s report from the Labor Department showed that employers added 35% fewer jobs in July than forecasters had expected – and that unemployment, now up to 4.3%, is the highest since October 2021.
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Dr. Ryan P. Gordon named Maine state geologist
AUGUSTA – The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry recently announced Dr. Ryan P. Gordon as the new Maine state geologist with the Maine Geological Survey. Gordon officially started his new role on July 22. Gordon was born and raised in Orono. He graduated from Orono High School and earned a bachelor’s degree in geosciences […]
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MaineHealth Pediatrics Farmington employee earns award
Award is given to care team members who consistently demonstrate exceptional delivery of customer service.
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Video game performers protest unregulated AI use at Warner Bros. Studios
The protest marks the first large labor action since game voice actors and performance workers voted to strike last week.
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As the state looks to harness Gulf of Maine winds, a big question looms: How much will utility customers pay?
Talks are picking up between state utility regulators, the Public Advocate and developer of offshore wind as they try to figure out how to price the zero-carbon source of energy.