More than 2.4 million people file for unemployment compensation in the latest wave of job losses that have brought the economy to its knees.
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The Latest: Republicans weigh unemployment aid cuts to urge Americans back to work
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic. WASHINGTON — President Trump and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell huddled Thursday at the White House as Republicans staked out new plans to phase out coronavirus-related unemployment benefits to encourage Americans to go back to work. Revamping jobless aid is fast becoming the focus of debate over the next […]
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Our View: Census needs more time to complete count
In the meantime, more Mainers should fill out their forms, to reduce pressure on census workers in a challenging year.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Douglas Rooks: State House can’t be shut much longer
Lawmakers can return to work safely – with some changes.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Women’s leadership during pandemic crisis has lessons for men
Effective officials have exhibited humility in the face of a novel coronavirus and the inner strength to take hard actions.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Showrooms are open again, but car dealerships still face challenges
Dealerships went virtual in selling vehicles in March and April, but inventory is dwindling with auto manufacturing still shuttered.
Posted inNation & World
Reopening: It’s back to business, but not business as usual
As countries around the world loosen their coronavirus restrictions, it’s becoming clear that without a vaccine, the disruptions could be long-lasting.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine corrections department will limit testing to prison in Windham
The first confirmed case of COVID-19 among Maine’s state prison inmates has prompted testing of nearly 700 inmates and staff members at the Maine Correctional Center.
Posted inNation & World
Trump threatens funds for states easing voting in pandemic
The president’s tweets targeting Michigan and Nevada mark an escalation in his campaign against voting by mail.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Virus-sapped bus lines see road to ruin without federal help
Northeast Charter of Lewiston, which operates motor coaches, school buses and shuttle buses, has not had any business since March 16, its owner says.