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Postal chief defends changes, denies ‘sabotaging’ election
Acknowledging an expected surge in mail-in ballots because of the coronavirus pandemic, Louis DeJoy said voters should mail back their ballots at least 7 days before the election.
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Posted inBusiness, Nation / World
TikTok sues Trump over his pending order to ban its app
The video app is fighting the administration’s efforts to ban the Chinese-owned service over national-security concerns.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Unemployed Mainers now can receive benefits for as long as a year
The state is invoking an emergency extension that, combined with an earlier federal extension, prolongs eligibility to 52 weeks.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Schools & Education
Eaton Mountain owner, foundation strike deal to upgrade Skowhegan ski area
The collaboration is to include students from the Community Regional Charter School working to create a four-season recreational area.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
It’s over: BIW union accepts contract, ending 9-week strike
The 4,300 members of Local S6 will return to work Monday.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
When will Maine office workers go back? For some, maybe never
Many Maine companies are extending remote work policies at least through the end of the year, and most office workers are happy about it.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Restaurants holding on for summer, but banking on federal relief to survive
Summer has given local restaurants a boost, but cold weather – and more empty tables – are coming soon.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Striking workers at Bath Iron Works begin voting on contract
Striking production workers have started voting on a proposed 3-year contract at Bath Iron Works.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Business, Nation / World
Movie theater trade group establishes COVID-19 protocols
It has been working for months to develop the rules in consultation with epidemiologists and industry experts.