The proposal has widespread support from the public, lawmakers in both parties and employers who believe such a law will bring relief to the working class.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine home sales fell, prices rose in April as market heats up for summer
The median home sale price was back up to $400,000 last month after a slight decrease in March.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Wild oysters are returning to Midcoast Maine waters
The finding is part of a University of Maine study that relied on local shellfish harvesters. It argues that fishermen’s knowledge should be valued more in research that informs regulations.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Times Record
Bath Iron Works lays keel for its newest Navy destroyer
Bath Iron Works has started building its next Arleigh Burke-class destroyer, laying out the keel for the new ship this week.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Rain expected to dampen Memorial Day traffic in Maine
Despite predicted stormy weather and lower traffic volumes, Friday will still be the busiest travel day on the Maine Turnpike over the holiday weekend.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine’s lobster industry broke records. Inflation tells a different story.
The fishery hit historic highs in 2021 and 2024, but the numbers aren’t as rosy as they seem.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining, Maine
A new era for Maine’s iconic red snapper hot dogs
Even as W.A. Bean & Sons tweaks its recipe to comply with a federal ban on artificial dyes, fans love the bright red dogs just the same.
Posted inBusiness, Life & Culture, Maine, News
Maine fabric, crafts shops fill the void left after retailer Joann’s bankruptcy
Local store owners say they have already seen new customers coming in to shop for fabric, yarn and other craft supplies.
Posted inBusiness, Central Maine Eats, Food & Dining, Kennebec Journal, Maine
Bao & Beyond moves from food truck to Augusta restaurant
The owners of the popular food truck will open an Augusta restaurant and offer an expanded menu along with brunch on Sundays.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Maine
As Maine diversifies, so does its health care workforce
The number of workers in health care in Maine identifying as non-White is up 143% in the past decade.