Large employers such as Bath Iron Works and MaineHealth no longer test workers for the active ingredient in marijuana unless safety needs or federal rules require it.
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In Nevada desert, technology firm aims to be government
The prospect is met with intrigue and skepticism from lawmakers.
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Launched during the pandemic, Drip City Arcade Bar’s family team finds its niche in Waterville
The bar opened in early January in the old Joseph’s Fireside Streakhouse next to the Pine Ridge Municipal Golf course.
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Central Maine business briefs: United Way of Kennebec Valley welcomes newcomer
People & Places: Maine Arts Commission appoints new interim executive director.
Posted inBusiness, News
Central Maine business briefs: United Way of Kennebec Valley welcomes newcomer
People & Places: Maine Arts Commission appoints new interim executive director.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Timing of next Virgin Galactic flight still up in the air
The last attempt in December was cut short when computer trouble prevented the spaceship’s rocket from firing properly.
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Sign of inequality: U.S. salaries recover even as jobs haven’t
The turnaround in total wages underscores how disproportionately America’s job losses have afflicted workers in lower-income occupations.
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S&P 500 closes wobbly week at new record high
The tech-heavy Nasdaq composite and the Dow Jones Industrial Average also set new highs.
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Airlines push White House to reject testing for U.S. flights
They argue that requiring testing of passengers on domestic flights would further devastate air travel.
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Amazon faces biggest union push in its history
And it’s happening in the unlikeliest of places: Alabama, a state with laws that don’t favor unions.