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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
UMaine System and its maintenance and service workers union at an impasse in bargaining
The university system is offering a one-year contract extension with a 3% raise. The union says that’s not enough and has requested third-party mediation.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Schools and Education
UMaine Augusta and Maine Department of Labor to launch cybersecurity apprenticeship program
Maine would need to increase its number of cybersecurity professionals by 63% just to fill the number of current open positions.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Over 50 arrested after mobs ransack Philadelphia stores. Dozens of liquor outlets close
The police commissioner called the flash mob-style ransacking the work of ‘a bunch of criminal opportunists’ unconnected to a peaceful protest over the dismissal of a murder charge against a police officer.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Autoworkers aren’t striking only for higher wages. They want their pensions back, too
Ford Motor Co., General Motors Co., and Stellantis NV are determined to consign pensions to the past even as striking UAW members are just as keen to revive them.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Windham rifle manufacturer created by Bushmaster founder goes out of business
Windham Weaponry was created by Richard Dyke in 2011 after he sold Bushmaster to new owners who decided to move manufacturing out of Maine.
Posted inBusiness
Meta rolls out higher-priced Quest 3 headset, just ahead of Apple’s Vision Pro
Though the company has dominated VR goggles for years, Apple is poised to release its Vision Pro headset in the coming months, setting up a showdown.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Autoworkers union to announce plans on Friday to expand strike in contract dispute with companies
UAW wouldn’t say what action it would take on Friday, reiterating that all options are on the table.
Posted inBusiness
Hyundai, Kia recall nearly 3.4 million vehicles and urge owners to park outdoors
The anti-lock brake control module can leak fluid and cause an electrical short, which can touch off a fire.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Waterville Planning Board gets first look at plans for 2 housing projects
Members of the board said Tuesday night the 43 proposed apartments in the downtown area and South End are much needed.