Writers Guild members say they’re making much less money and working under more strained conditions with the explosion of streaming.
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U.S. job openings dip to 9.6 million, lowest since 2021
U.S. job openings fell in March to the lowest level in nearly two years, a sign that the American labor market is cooling in the face of higher interest rates.
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Why flights might get cheaper after a busy summer
In the U.S. – and in some cases, beyond – there’s reason to believe that prices will let up as soon as the fall.
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Good Shepherd Food Bank appoints Bryan O’Connor as interim president
AUBURN — Good Shepherd Food Bank has appointed Bryan O’Connor, vice president of finance and administration, as interim president, effective July 1. He will work with the board of directors and senior leadership to ensure organizational continuity as the nationwide search for a permanent president is underway. He will step into the role following the […]
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Maine Behavioral Healthcare appoints Western Maine resident to lead coordination of integrated programming
Maine Behavioral Healthcare announces the appointment of Stephanie LeBlanc to senior director of Behavioral Health Systems and Integrated Services. A longtime resident of Bethel and Hanover, LeBlanc has an extensive background in leading operations and projects within behavioral health organizations. For the past nine years, she served as the executive director of Oxford County Mental […]
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Maine Department of Labor announces virtual workshops, training in May
LEWISTON — The Maine Department of Labor CareerCenters are offering the following employment and training services at no charge for Maine workers and businesses. Local CareerCenters have access to computers, wireless internet access and knowledgeable staff to help with job searches. Click here for a full list of monthly interactive workshops Virtual Workshop: Making Career […]
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Supreme Court to consider case involving fishing boat monitor pay
The lawsuit over fishing monitors is part of a long-standing fight between commercial fishing groups and the federal government over who pays for data collection and regulatory compliance.
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Maine’s medical cannabis market seeing a ‘mass exodus’ of caregivers
A new report from the state shows more than one-fourth of the individuals in the occupation have quit since 2021, often in response to an overabundance of cannabis supply.
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CMCC free multi-language learner Welding Academy offered
AUBURN — The Workforce and Professional Development Office at Central Maine Community College is offering a free Welding Academy focused on multilanguage learners from May 22 to June 16. Classes are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Information and links to register are available at https:www.bit.ly/CWPDRegistration. This is an opportunity for multilanguage […]
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CMP, public advocate in negotiations to settle rate hike request
A meeting is slated for Wednesday in confidential talks between Central Maine Power and the public advocate over a proposed increase that would take effect Sept. 1.