Critics say she went too far in shutting down Maine’s economy, but supporters say she has kept Mainers safe.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Here are the dates when businesses and public spaces can reopen
The plan to reopen Maine would be done in phases from Friday through the summer.
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Posted inSports
Maine golf caddies working on PGA Tour eager for sport to return
Jeff Willett and Mike “Fluff” Cowan, both Winslow natives, are caddying for Nick Taylor and Jim Furyk, respectively.
Posted inFranklin, News
Livermore woman fashions a distraction from stay-at-home isolation
Wylson is dressed in a different outfit every morning for neighbors, others to enjoy.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World, News
Some businesses won’t return funds despite pressure from Trump administration
Companies in the hotel, cruise ship and medical device sectors said they are qualified to receive the money under the Paycheck Protection Program.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine to launch expansion of unemployment benefits Friday
The Department of Labor says self-employed workers, contractors and others who typically don’t qualify for the benefits can start applying at the end of the week.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World, News
Facing uproar over small-business program, White House vows to review who’s getting loans
The Trump administration scrambled to address mounting criticism of a new program that some big companies used to obtain taxpayer-backed loans.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Some businesses closed by coronavirus may reopen Friday under Janet Mills’ plan to restart economy
Gov. Janet Mills detailed a comprehensive reopening plan that brings Maine businesses online in stages over the course of the summer, but she cautioned that any surge in cases that threatens public health could lead to new restrictions.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Oprah to headline Facebook, Instagram graduation event
Oprah will be the commencement speaker for a multi-hour graduation streaming event on Facebook and Instagram on May 15
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Auburn mayor asks Gov. Mills to lift stay-at-home order
As the state awaited a decision Tuesday from Gov. Janet Mills, Mayor Jason Levesque requested she lift the “stay safe at home” order by May 4.