New unemployment claims data show a disproportionately high impact of the economic crisis on restaurant workers, millennials and women.
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As gyms prepare to open, questions linger about safety in a high-exertion environment
Some gyms already have opened for very limited services with the rest looking at a June 1 restart date, but health experts aren’t sure it’s a good idea.
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Maine Economic Recovery Committee begins mapping state’s post-pandemic economy
The 39 members from around the state have the job of coming up with a plan to stabilize the state’s economy, and then grow it.
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Virus cases at Cianbro job site raise concerns about construction workers’ safety
Two Mainers and an unknown number of out-of-state contractors working on a Maine Veterans’ Homes facility in Augusta have tested positive for the coronavirus, the Maine CDC said.
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Covetrus reports increased sales, net loss in first quarter
Higher debt and operating expenses caused the Portland-based veterinary technology and services provider to post a net loss of $33 million.
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Private equity firm involved in failed Maine mill project files for bankruptcy
Cate Street Capital was behind the effort to reopen the East Millinocket paper mill with help from a state tax credit program.
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Hannaford looking to add 2,000 workers at stores in New England and New York
The Scarborough-based supermarket chain says it is working with major employers in the hospitality, tourism and retail industries to connect furloughed workers with open positions in its 182 stores.
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Portland-based ImmuCell reports record sales in first quarter
The maker of animal health products says it is trying hard to keep workers on the production line safe from coronavirus.
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Maine retailers begin to reopen under new rules, with new concerns
Resuming business during the pandemic involves a lot more than unlocking the door, flipping over a sign and turning on the lights.
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Maine businesses expect heavy losses and job cuts this year, survey shows
Nearly 1,500 Maine companies said they expect revenue and employment to drop because of the pandemic and restrictions imposed to contain it.