Finding people to take on summer jobs has been difficult in recent years. While some employers are still struggling, ‘it’s nowhere near where it was,’ a leader of the state’s hospitality industry said.
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Kingfield-based nonprofit child care center breaks ground for expansion project
Maine Mountain Children’s House, a Kingfield-based nonprofit child care center, officially broke ground on a $760,000 renovation and expansion project May 3. The project will more than double the center’s available slots for children, meeting the needs of the continually growing waiting list, according to a news release. In 2018, Maine Mountain Children’s House […]
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Inland Hospital in Waterville debuts high-tech surgical tool
WATERVILLE — Northern Light Inland Hospital officials have announced the addition of a new high-tech tool called the da Vinci Xi surgical system. The system features 3D robotic equipment that is controlled by the surgeon and is considered an extension of their hands, according to a press release. The surgeon guides the robot to make […]
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Waterville’s Dirigo Labs wins Stage One of the SBA Growth Accelerator Fund Competition
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced Dirigo Labs as a Stage One winner for the 2024 Growth Accelerator Fund Competition (GAFC). Dirigo Labs, based in Waterville, will receive a $50,000 cash prize for its impactful and inclusive approach to nurturing a collaborative national innovation ecosystem to advance small business research and development from ideas […]
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Prosecutor tells jury that self-exiled wealthy Chinese businessman cheated thousands of $1 billion
The names of former Trump advisers could arise during a trial projected to last 7 weeks.
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American Eagle Outfitters sued by fired Augusta employee alleging discrimination
Allison Kurasz says she was discriminated against because she’s a lesbian and has a disability, a finding that was supported by a Maine Human Rights Commission investigator’s report after the company ignored requests for evidence.
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Maine Turnpike officials weigh organizational changes suggested in scathing report
The executive director and chair of the board of directors said they are reviewing recommendations from an outside arbitrator and believe many of them would be good steps.
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Jake’s aims to fill gap left behind by Sears, Bouffard’s Furniture & Carpet in Farmington
After the closing of Sears and Bouffards last year, Jake Dunton to strike out on his own to fill the void left behind.
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Recycled Works for ME to open in New Sharon
Recycled Works for ME, opening on May 24 in New Sharon, offers a variety of repurposed and handmade items crafted by owner Nancy Bowden, including unique furniture, vintage pieces, and creative decor.
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Embden engineer hired as Franklin County road supervisor
Robert “Bob” Lightbody will be paid $60,000 a year.