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Some businesses won’t return funds despite pressure from Trump administration

by Jeanne Whalen, Aaron Gregg and Michelle Ye Hee Lee Washington Post April 28, 2020April 28, 2020

Companies in the hotel, cruise ship and medical device sectors said they are qualified to receive the money under the Paycheck Protection Program.

Business, Local & State, News

Maine to launch expansion of unemployment benefits Friday

by Peter McGuire April 28, 2020April 28, 2020

The Department of Labor says self-employed workers, contractors and others who typically don’t qualify for the benefits can start applying at the end of the week.

Sports

Japan Medical Association says Tokyo Olympics difficult without vaccine

by Stephen Wade Associated Press April 28, 2020April 28, 2020

It is possible the Olympics will not be able to be held next summer if a vaccine is not developed and available.

Business, Nation & World, News

Facing uproar over small-business program, White House vows to review who’s getting loans

by Erica Werner Washington Post April 28, 2020April 28, 2020

The Trump administration scrambled to address mounting criticism of a new program that some big companies used to obtain taxpayer-backed loans.

Boston Bruins, Sports

Bruins Krejci has reservations, but he wants to play

by Steve Conroy Boston Herald April 28, 2020April 28, 2020

David Krejci would like to finish the season but he isn’t sold on the plan floating around to restart the NHL season.

Portland Forecaster

Portland emergency order extended to May 18 with some tweaks

by Michael Kelley April 28, 2020April 28, 2020

Workers who interact with the public must wear masks and nonessential businesses can now offer delivery and curbside pickup.

Business, Health, Local & State, News

Some businesses closed by virus may reopen Friday under Mills’ plan to restart economy

by Kevin Miller April 28, 2020April 29, 2020

Gov. Janet Mills detailed a comprehensive reopening plan that brings Maine businesses online in stages over the course of the summer, but she cautioned that any surge in cases that threatens public health could lead to new restrictions.