A resurgence of cases linked to the highly contagious delta variant has clouded the economic outlook, and claims remain high by historic standards.
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Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, New England
Concern about endangered whales cited in lawsuit over wind farm
In response, a group that represents renewable energy companies stressed the project has undergone a lengthy environmental review, permitting and public comment process.
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Posted inBusiness
S&P 500, Nasdaq set records for 2nd straight day
The Federal Reserve’s annual convention in Jackson Hole, Wyo., begins Thursday.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
David Flanagan, CMP executive chairman and Maine business icon, is battling cancer
Flanagan will take on the less demanding role of senior advisor when incoming President and CEO Joseph A. Purington takes over at the end of September.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Krispy Kreme doubles up on free doughnuts for those who get vaccinated
The promotion runs from Aug. 30 to Sept. 5.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Tech companies pledge billions in cybersecurity investments
In public remarks before the private meeting got underway, the president referred to cybersecurity as a ‘core national security challenge’ for the U.S.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Federal rules to protect right whales from gear may extend to other fisheries
A new phase of rules could include fisheries that use gillnets and those that use traps and pots.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Delta Air Lines will make unvaccinated employees pay surcharge for health insurance
The airline says it also will stop extending pay protection to unvaccinated workers who contract COVID-19, and will require unvaccinated workers to be tested weekly.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
CMP appoints New England energy exec as its next president, CEO
Joseph A. Purington, president of operations for Eversource Energy in New Hampshire, said he will use his past CMP experience to restore public trust.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining
The Wrap: Anna Kendrick drops by Portland, and gluten-free craft beer debuts in Biddeford
Meanwhile, Holy Donut and Otto continue to expand.