On average, the retail chain’s 157,000 employees make a base rate of $9.80 an hour.
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Superintendent’s Notebook: Fingers crossed
The year 2020 is finally behind us. There were positive moments in 2020 that can provide us with seeds of hope for the coming year. Author Jodi Picoult said, “The human capacity for burden is like bamboo – far more flexible than you’d ever believe at first glance.” When we first thought the lockdown from […]
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Maine shifts vaccine strategy to focus on older residents, high-risk patients, emergency workers
The virus continues to spread rapidly even as Maine works to vaccinate as many health care workers and residents and staff of long-term care facilities as it can.
Posted inBusiness, Food
The Wrap: COVID causes temporary closures, and 64 Pine St. is finally leased
Plus, foods to soothe pandemic anxieties, from doughnuts to plant-based dinners.
Posted inNation & World
As pandemic worsens, most states resist restrictions
Several states are resuming in-person dining, one of the most high-risk activities.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
State may change hospitals’ vaccine guidelines to prioritize workers who face most risk
Maine’s CDC director says the state wants to be more explicit with hospitals about which health care workers should get priority for vaccination.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News, Uncategorized
Updated Q&A: I have allergies. Should I still get a COVID-19 vaccine?
While many people will experience milder side effects after vaccination, severe allergic reactions have been rare in Maine and nationwide so far.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Chebeague Island business owner asks for local support
CHEBEAGUE ISLAND — The Slow Bell Cafe, a local business known for its comfort food and homey feel, has been hit hard by COVID-19, but owner May Hall is determined to keep it afloat. On Jan. 6, Hall started a GoFundMe, which is offering matching grants to businesses that have been significantly impacted due to […]
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Seven COVID-19 cases reported in South Portland Police Department
City officials say five members of the department tested positive after high-risk incidents in December, and two other cases appear to be unrelated.
Posted inNation & World
Three members of Congress test positive for COVID-19 after some Republicans refuse to mask up in lockdown
Rep. Debbie Dingell said she will introduce legislation to fine members of Congress who won’t wear masks in the Capitol.