Flanagan, a Maine native best known for his leadership at Central Maine Power in the 1990s, also held many leadership positions in higher education and ran for governor in 2002.
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Deere & Co. factory workers go on strike after rejecting contract
Workers were emboldened to demand more this year after working long hours throughout the pandemic and because companies are facing worker shortages.
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U.S. wholesale prices rose record 8.6% over 12 months
The jump in inflation this year reflects higher prices for food and energy and a number of other items from furniture to autos.
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Maine jobless claims rise as U.S. claims fall to lowest level of pandemic
Hiring has slowed in the past two months, even as employers have posted a near-record number of open jobs.
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Fed officials: Bond purchases could end by middle of 2022
The board is widely expected to announce the tapering at its next meeting, held Nov. 2-3.
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Hollywood crews say they will strike Monday if there is no agreement
A walkout would bring film and television productions across the country to a standstill.
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Facebook expanding harassment, bullying policies
Protections will extend to public figures, government dissidents, journalists and human rights activists.
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U.S., 30 nations discuss global cybersecurity – without Russia
The country that hosts many of the criminal syndicates behind ransomware attacks is not invited.
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Modest gain breaks a 3-day losing streak for S&P 500
Stocks end another day of choppy trading modestly higher.
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Biden announces deal to have LA port open 24/7
Ports in Los Angeles and Long Beach account for 40% of all shipping containers entering the U.S.