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Late ice cramps anglers’ appetite, research of crucial rainbow smelts

by PATRICK WHITTLE Associated Press February 15, 2021February 15, 2021

A lack of ice in cold weather states this year has made it difficult for scientists to study the population of an ecologically important fish.

Business, Maine

Maine, New England scientists team up to boost region’s sea urchin fishery

by Hannah LaClaire February 15, 2021February 17, 2021

Sea urchins are a hot commodity in Asian markets, and one University of Maine scientist believes they could become a valuable economic driver for the region.

Business, Maine

Central Maine restaurateurs work through uncertainty

by Jessica Lowell February 14, 2021May 31, 2022

Eleven months after the global coronavirus pandemic was declared, three restaurant owners talk about pushing past profound challenges to start or sustain their new businesses.

Business, Health, Nation / World

‘Obamacare’ sign-ups reopen as Democrats push for more aid

by RICARDO ALONSO-ZALDIVAR Associated Press February 14, 2021February 15, 2021

Application are being accepted until May 15, a period about twice as long as annual open enrollment.

Business, Maine

Maine employers ease off testing as cannabis sales soar

by Hannah LaClaire February 14, 2021February 13, 2021

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.