Many businesses report poor sales and low customer counts as the coronavirus pandemic continues to strangle commerce.
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Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Jim Fossel: Republicans should hold firm on taxes in Augusta
Whenever the Legislature comes back into session, GOP members should use their clout to roll back 2019’s spending spree.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Maine leaders urge Congress to end gridlock on COVID-19 relief package
Maine progressive leaders and Democratic lawmakers held a virtual news conference Friday to stress the need for another infusion of federal funds.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Demand for unemployment aid remains high in Maine even as new claims dip
Nearly 80,000 Mainers filed continuing federal and state unemployment benefits last week, more than twice the number during the worst week of the Great Recession.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Child care essential for families to go back to work, students to go back to school
For Maine’s reopening to succeed, providers should be supported in a way that reflects their importance.
Posted inBusiness, News, Sports
Domino’s pizza franchises to hire 150 in Maine
The national chain, which focuses on takeout and delivery, is hiring for positions across 2 dozen locations in the state.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: No quick fix for Maine’s economy
The lack of a federal coronavirus strategy will have economic impacts on our state for years to come.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
New jobless claims in Maine fall again, but tens of thousands still rely on aid
More than 87,000 continuing claims for assistance were filed last week, as supplemental benefits to support the economy and keep people out of poverty lapse.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Maine’s tourism industry on life-support as visitors trickle back
Hotel occupancy and out-of-state traffic increased over July but many businesses are still barely hanging on and hope to survive through the summer.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Now is no time to give up on COVID-19 measures
As the summer slips away, Congress should step up and pass a meaningful relief bill for the tourism industry.