The factory was evacuated Thursday night and workers were sent home. On Friday, the problem was discovered to be a malfunctioning heater leaking carbon monoxide.
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Tech, health care stocks help lift S&P 500, Dow to record highs
Investors are showing cautious optimism about the economic recovery, especially in the U.S.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Politics
Finance commissioner details breakdowns, rising cost of state’s payroll software system
The Legislature’s Government Oversight Committee is considering whether to open an investigation into a technology upgrade that has cost the state more than $34 million to date and is years behind schedule.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Amazon warehouse workers reject union bid in Alabama
The National Labor Relations Board says 1,798 employees voted against the union while 738 were for it.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Lisbon greenhouse announces major expansion
Projected to be complete by 2026, the addition will increase Springworks’ capacity by more than 20 times their current production.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Boeing: possible electrical issue in some 737 Max aircraft
Boeing says it has informed 16 of its customers that they should address a possible electrical issue in certain 737 Max aircraft before using them further.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Central Maine Healthcare CEO to retire in September
Jeffrey L. Brickman has worked over 40 years in the medical field, including 5 at Central Maine Healthcare.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Maine Crime, News
Skowhegan man charged with using PPP loan for a barber pole light, church donation
Nathan Reardon was charged in relation to 4 separate applications for federal Paycheck Protection Program loans totaling nearly $240,000.
Posted inBusiness, Times Record
Woman-owned brewery to open in Lisbon
Olive Pit Brewing Co., the town’s first brewery, will cater to the growing female beer consumer, according to owner Christy Cain.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Company rescinded job offer when asked about accommodations for breastfeeding, Maine woman says in lawsuit
Attorneys for Siera Boucher of Readfield cite an internal email from a supervisor who said her questions raised ‘too many red flags.’