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Tax cuts' effect on jobs debated
The Mainebiz News Staff September 17, 2010The expiration of federal tax cuts at the end of this year could lead businesses to delay hiring new employees, according to some state officials, while others say it could boost job growth.
The Mainebiz News Staff September 17, 2010Stimulus gave Maine $1B
The Mainebiz News Staff August 30, 2010The federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act pumped nearly $1 billion into Maine, according to state figures released recently.
The Mainebiz News Staff August 30, 2010Unemployment rate holds steady
The Mainebiz News Staff August 23, 2010Maine's unemployment was relatively unchanged at 8.1% in July, according to the Maine Department of Labor.
The Mainebiz News Staff August 23, 2010Presque Isle call center closes
The Mainebiz News Staff August 13, 2010A New Brunswick-based telemarketing business has shuttered its Presque Isle call center, putting 100 people out of work.
The Mainebiz News Staff August 13, 2010Caribou co. fined for employee death
The Mainebiz News Staff August 10, 2010Federal safety officials have fined a construction company in Caribou $4,000 for the death of an employee in December 2009.
The Mainebiz News Staff August 10, 2010
Shades of gray | An aging work force presents special challenges and opportunities for Maine employers
Derek Rice August 9, 2010It should come as no surprise to anyone that the current economic climate has created a number of unexpected challenges for employers, employees and job seekers.
Derek Rice August 9, 2010Senate gives initial backing to $860K for Bangor groups
The Mainebiz News Staff July 29, 2010A Senate appropriations subcommittee has given initial approval to more than $850,000 in funding for Bangor-area organizations.
The Mainebiz News Staff July 29, 2010Congress passes jobless benefits extension
The Mainebiz News Staff July 23, 2010Following weeks of debate, Congress yesterday passed extended unemployment benefits that could help nearly 10,000 jobless Mainers.
The Mainebiz News Staff July 23, 2010Jobless rate steady at 8%
The Mainebiz News Staff July 21, 2010Maine's unemployment rate held steady at 8% in June, illustrating a slow economic recovery, said Labor Commissioner Laura Fortman.
The Mainebiz News Staff July 21, 2010Council: Logging law hurts ME mills
The Mainebiz News Staff July 19, 2010Debate is stirring over whether a new Maine law prohibiting Canadian loggers from receiving unemployment during the off-season will lead to a shortage of wood supply for the state's mills.
The Mainebiz News Staff July 19, 2010NOE's workplace safety changes earn accolades
Carol Coultas July 1, 2010Two expensive workers' comp claims a few years ago made the management at Northeast Occupational Exchange sit up and take notice.
Carol Coultas July 1, 2010USPS fined for Scarborough safety violations
The Mainebiz News Staff June 29, 2010The U.S. Postal Service is facing more than $400,000 in fines for unsafe conditions at its distribution center in Scarborough.
The Mainebiz News Staff June 29, 2010ME job creation lagging, says MHPC
The Mainebiz News Staff June 23, 2010Portland-based Maine Heritage Policy Center has released a series of reports showing Maine trails more than half the country in job creation.
The Mainebiz News Staff June 23, 2010Workers' comp chair exits hospital fee talks
The Mainebiz News Staff June 22, 2010Maine Workers' Compensation Board Chairman Paul Dionne is backing out of a process to determine how much hospitals can charge employers for medical bills, following a complaint of a conflict of interest.
The Mainebiz News Staff June 22, 2010Report: Shortage of skilled workers looming
The Mainebiz News Staff June 21, 2010A national study published by Georgetown University predicts that Maine will not have the skilled workers needed for the jobs available in 2018.
The Mainebiz News Staff June 21, 2010Unemployment rate dips to 8%
The Mainebiz News Staff June 21, 2010Unemployment in Maine inched down from 8.1% in April to 8% in May, according to the Maine Department of Labor.
The Mainebiz News Staff June 21, 2010
Today's Poll
The 2025 summer tourism season has gotten off to a rainy start, with rain affecting at least part of each weekend so far.
For businesses like wedding venues, tour boats or restaurants that depend on outdoor seating, rain can put a damper on attendance and sales.
Office-based businesses may not be as affected.
And farms, orchards and nurseries may welcome rain — as long as it doesn't come with high winds or all at once.
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