Weekly certifications for both state and federal benefits declined sharply last week, to 56,700, after totaling roughly 66,000 the previous week.
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Gov. Mills joins call for Trump to lift tariff on Canadian aluminum
Mills has joined New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu and Vermont Gov. Phil Scott in asking for the 10% tariff to be lifted, saying it hurts businesses and consumers.
Shaw Brothers pledges $1 million to Maine Med to honor owners’ late mother
Maine Medical Center will name an open-air causeway, to be built on Congress Street in front of a new patient care tower, in honor of Sally Shaw.
Portland-based ImmuCell reports increased revenue, net loss for second quarter
The bovine health products maker reported sales of $3 million and a net loss of $766,000 for the quarter ending June 30.
Portland-based Covetrus reports net income of $54 million for second quarter
The company, which provides veterinary technology, products and services, generated revenue of $1.03 billion for the quarter.
Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies includes 12 in Maine
Portland skincare products maker Brickell Men’s Products had the highest rank in the state, at No. 133, with 3-year revenue growth of 2,774%.
Maine now allows federal jobless claimants to upload income history
Many recipients of Pandemic Unemployment Assistance in Maine receive the minimum weekly benefit because the state labor department has no proof of their past income.
Maine unemployment claims increase after weeks of decline
The number of Mainers who filed initial claims last week increased by more than 60% from the previous week, to 4,400.
Maine amends wording of CMP corridor ballot question
It was altered by Secretary of State Matt Dunlap based on feedback received during a 30-day public comment period.
Top PPP recipients in Maine
The following 19 organizations in Maine each received a forgivable loan of between $5 million and $10 million through the federal Paycheck Protection Program. • Alcom LLC • Berry Dunn McNeil & Parker Inc. • Continuum Health Services Inc. • Darling’s • Somic America Inc. • Spectrum Health Care Partners P.A. • Baker Newman & […]