Nearly 125,000 Mainers have now filed for unemployment benefits, roughly 18% of the state’s civilian labor force.
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Poll finds 77% of laid-off workers believe they will return to their jobs
The Labor Department on Thursday reported that 3.2 million Americans filed unemployment claims last week.
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Thirty-three million have sought U.S. unemployment aid since virus hit
The Labor Department’s report Thursday suggests that layoffs, while still breathtakingly high, are steadily declining after sharp spikes in late March and early April.
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Idexx-made COVID-19 test kits get emergency approval from FDA
They are being produced by the Westbrook animal health company’s subsidiary, Opti Medical Systems of Roswell, Ga.
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The Latest: A devastating jobs report for April will show virus’ impact
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic. WASHINGTON — The U.S. government on Friday is poised to report the worst set of jobs numbers since record-keeping began in 1948, a snapshot of the devastating damage the coronavirus outbreak has inflicted on the economy. The unemployment rate for April could reach 16% or more, according to economists […]
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Androscoggin County Commission resolution calls for state to reopen; Oxford County asserts citizen rights
“Open Maine Back Up” is a nonbinding measure that recommends the expansion of available testing, the continued protection of the elderly and the removal of the stay-at-home order.
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Oxford Hills celebrates a special birthday with a parade
“Everyone knows and loves Justin,” said parade organizer Joni Gordon as close to 100 vehicles roll in his honor.
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Community spirit feeds Oxford Hills
Several businesses, individuals and civic organizations continue to help Daddy O’s provide free meals in the Oxford Hills area during COVID-19.
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Trump administration shelves CDC guide to reopening country
The set of detailed documents created by the nation’s top disease investigators is meant to give step-by-step advice to local leaders who must decide when and how to reopen public places.
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The Latest: NHL offered place to play in British Columbia
British Columbia Premier John Horgan has offered the NHL a place to play if the league can find a way to resume the season