Gifford’s Ice Cream announced its plans Wednesday to get “back to business” with four production partners until repairs are made to their Skowhegan facility.
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New Hampshire reverses itself, OK’s alcohol sales on Downeaster, for now
State officials are working on a way around a law that forbids serving alcohol that hasn’t been purchased in the state. In the meantime, the Downeaster will have an exemption while it travels 35 miles of rails in the state.
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Missouri would be only state in country that taxes food but not guns under Republican bill
Missouri Democrats have excoriated the decision to strip out the provision, saying it’s another example of Republicans prioritizing guns over a necessity like groceries.
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Biden’s nominee for Labor secretary can expect tough questions from Republicans
Chances are good Julie Su will win the fight, since 51 senators caucus with the Democrats, and Su won Senate confirmation 2 years ago as deputy secretary.
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Powell says ‘no decision’ on the Fed’s next move on rates
Powell’s more nuanced remarks Wednesday appeared to be an effort to quell any assumption that the Fed has already decided to raise rates more aggressively.
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It’s not just Swifties. Ticketmaster also enrages Eurovision fans.
The latest controversy comes as Ticketmaster is under pressure from U.S. regulators to prove that it is providing the best service to fans and artists, after consumer groups complained that the company was behaving like a monopoly.
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January U.S. job openings dip, but still high at 10.8 million
Job openings fell from 11.2 million in December but remained high by historical standards, the Labor Department reported Wednesday.
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Single women take an outsize role in the workforce – and the economy
The majority of women in the United States, a record 52%, were unmarried in 2021, according to a report released Wednesday by Wells Fargo.
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This bill could make the 4-day work week a reality
Rep. Mark Takano, D-Calif., has reintroduced a bill in the House that would make the 32-hour workweek a national standard and lower the threshold triggering overtime compensation for most employees.
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The Wrap: Soon-to-open Papi wins at Spirit Quest, Mexican cuisine coming to West End
Also, Thirsty Pig showcases Maine’s seven newest breweries, and professional summits explore the worlds of seafood and craft beer.