The shortage stems from a February recall by Abbott, the nation’s largest formula maker, that closed the company’s Michigan plant over safety concerns.
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Delaware lawmakers pass cannabis legalization, but governor’s support in doubt
Democrat John Carney has previously spoken against legalizing recreational marijuana. The bill would allow possession of up to one ounce.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine Cannabis Report
As marijuana legalization spreads, so does business of teaching people how to grow their own
Companies find a niche in areas with limited legalization, like Virginia, which doesn’t yet allow sales.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Maine Cannabis Report, Politics
Maine clarifies marijuana rules to help medical users
Lawmakers unanimously approved a bill that supporters say cuts down on the need for interpretation of some rules.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
State environmental staffers back power line permit in advance of postponed board meeting
In recommendations to the Board of Environmental Protection, DEP staff rejected most of the arguments from power line critics. A meeting to discuss the appeals has been delayed due to COVID-19 concerns.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Maine
L.L. Bean silences the noise of social media for Mental Health Awareness Month
The Freeport-based outdoor retailer has paused its online posting and encouraged followers to spend time outside.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Nation & World
Fewer nuggets, smaller salads: Shrinkflation hits U.S. restaurants
Restaurants are betting that consumers won’t mind a few fewer fries, or a little less filling on their sandwiches, as much as they would grumble about seeing yet another price increase.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
‘A magnet for rip-off artists’: Fraud siphoned billions from pandemic unemployment benefits
Identity theft and other sophisticated criminal schemes contributed to potentially $163 billion in waste, while inflicting harm on unwitting victims.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Some of Maine’s seasonal businesses are going to extremes to house workers
Tourism-reliant businesses are renting out hotel rooms and private residences to staff, and a few are even building new housing for their seasonal workforce.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Tax cut for California pot industry: Too little, too late?
The industry has been burdened by hefty taxes that can approach 50% in some areas, costly regulation and competition from a flourishing illegal marketplace.