A lawsuit over the award process alleges inconsistencies created a ‘fundamental unfairness.’
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Maine businesses say H-1B visas are critical to filling labor gaps
Trump allies are split over the program that brings skilled foreign workers to labs, hospitals, universities and tech companies in Maine.
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Solar power is cutting daytime electricity demand on New England’s grid
Power generated by rooftop solar panels in Maine is small relative to other New England states but nearly doubled in the last year.
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Labor shortage will persist in Maine, but tech gains are boosting productivity
Technological advances in all industries are helping meet consumer demand and boost wages, according to a state report.
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Lawsuit over Poland Spring’s ‘natural spring water’ label moves forward
Plaintiffs in several states, including Maine, claim the parent company’s use of ‘100% Natural Spring Water’ is false.
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Waterville mayor vetoes council task force vote
The City Council voted Dec. 17 to establish the task force to recommend ways the city can support vulnerable residents, including homeless people.
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Waterville’s Strait Jamaican Cuisine spreads flavor from back of home
Located at the back of Jamie Pomerleau’s house at 15 School St., the restaurant serves Jamaican takeout food.
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Maine’s minimum wage will get a boost Jan. 1
It will increase from $14.15 to $14.65 as contributions to the state’s new paid family and medical leave program also kick in.
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How Auburn’s CMCC got a state-of-the-art criminal justice center
Working: An electrician, a carpenter and a foreman save Central Maine Community College $1 million.
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Skowhegan hospital receives Rural Excellence in Health Care award
The Maine CDC Rural Health & Primary Care Program gathered Nov. 21 at the Maine State House, Hall of Flags to celebrate National Rural Health Day. The event showcased the people and programs committed to supporting the health and well-being of Maine’s rural communities. At the event, Redington-Fairview General Hospital received a Rural Excellence in […]