Union continues fundraising push to help worker and family.
January 2021
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Fed reaffirms its commitment to low rates for the long run
Chairman Jerome Powell believes the economy will struggle in the coming months, until widespread vaccinations and government rescue aid eventually fuel a sustained rebound.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Proposal for Portland’s tallest building clears a hurdle
A zoning amendment to allow an 18-story apartment building downtown was endorsed by the Planning Board, but still needs City Council approval.
Posted inSports, Times Record, Times Record Sports
Popular outdoor ice hockey rinks attracting skaters of all ages
With many indoor facilities off limits, hockey players turn to the outdoors to keep playing.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Politics
Mills says she’ll seek ways to avoid state tax on businesses’ relief loans
The governor says she’s having departments look for federal funds that would let the state balance its budget without taxing businesses for Paycheck Protection Program money they received.
Posted inKennebunk Post, Southern Maine Weeklies
Gayle Spofford is chosen as RSU 21 board member
She replaces Josiah Currier, selected two weeks ago to fill the five-month vacancy following the resignation of Kendra Connor.
Posted inMaine, News
Republican staffer at Maine House tests positive for COVID-19
A memo from the Legislature’s human resources director says a staff member for the House Republican caucus tested positive last week but had no close contacts with other State House staff.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Nation & World
Singer Halsey is pregnant with first child
The pop star has released three platinum albums and is known for hits such as ‘Without Me.’
Posted inMaine
Maine Grains issues recall on 2,000 pounds of food product
The CEO of the company said that any Organic Yellow Peas sold between Oct. 17, 2019, and Nov. 1, 2020, are being recalled because the product may contain undeclared soybeans.
Posted inSports, Times Record, Times Record Sports, Varsity Maine
High school notebook: Mt. Ararat High School pausing athletics until Feb. 8
COVID-19 outbreak forces temporary halt to sports; Brunswick, Freeport slowly opening up athletics.