Some economists project that the U.S. could see around 3 million new unemployment insurance claims when figures are released Thursday.
March 2020
Posted inNation & World, News
Chef Floyd Cardoz dies at 59 of coronavirus complications
A “Top Chef Masters” winner and beloved restaurateur, the advocate of making the food industry more sustainable began his hospitality training in his native Mumbai.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment
Tony Awards postponed indefinitely due to coronavirus
The Broadway-lauding ceremony was scheduled to air on CBS, broadcasting live on June 7 from Radio City Music Hall in New York City.
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Gray’s ERA resolution is personal for councilor
A century after her great-grandmother fought for women’s right to vote, Gray Town Councilor Anne Gass is fighting for the ratification of the Maine Equal Rights Amendment.
Posted inNew England Patriots, Sports
Former Patriots linebacker says Lions about to start winning ‘right now’
Jamie Collins, who agreed to a free-agent contract with Detroit, predicts that good things are ahead for his new team.
Posted inLocal & State
Waterville council to consider dissolving coronavirus committee after legal hiccups
The City Council at a special meeting Thursday will consider disbanding a subcommittee that had been meeting illegally and instead authorize the city manager to spend up to $150,000 on coronavirus-related emergency needs.
Posted inBusiness, Food, News
Lio restaurant in Portland closing – for now?
Two other restaurants owned by the same restaurant group remain open for takeout.
Posted inBoston Bruins, Sports
Owner of Bruins, TD Garden announces 68 layoffs, other salary reductions
Delaware North Chairman Jeremy Jacobs will put 68 full-time, salaried workers on temporary leave, and those remaining will be subject to salary reductions.
Posted inNews, Schools and Education, Uncategorized
UMaine System projects $12.8 million in room and board refunds
The money returned to students makes up the bulk of short-term revenue losses the public university system is expecting because of the coronavirus.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Concord Coach Lines to stop all bus service beginning Saturday
The state’s biggest passenger bus network will suspend service after learning passengers were exposed to the coronavirus on buses between New Hampshire and Boston.