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Maine set a record last year for most jobs in the private sector

Wages are on the rise, too, as indicators point to a stabilizing economy in the state, according to Department of Labor data.

Economies change because of social and economic factors beyond a chief executive’s control.

The Turnpike Mall site is among more than 40 retail stores being closed nationwide.

by Ana Swanson The Washington Post March 15, 2017March 15, 2017

Increasing the cost of borrowing could frustrate the ambitious goals of the Trump administration.

It’s becoming known as a progressive mecca, but some residents yearn for a bygone era seen as friendlier to industry and the working class.

by MARTIN CRUTSINGER Associated Press February 28, 2017February 28, 2017

The GDP rose by only 1.9 percent, and finished at just 1.6 percent for all of 2016, the worst in five years.

by Associated Press February 25, 2017February 25, 2017

‘Babies born in America today are the luckiest crop in history,’ the billionaire says, repeating a past mantra.

by Curtis Tate Tribune News Service February 11, 2017February 11, 2017

Trains that travel at least 200 mph may fit into the president’s plan for $1 trillion in infrastructure spending.

by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette February 10, 2017February 9, 2017

Meanwhile, in the U.S., it’s unclear whether the Cabinet nominated by President Trump will be more honest in office because they’re already rich.

by Steven Overly The Washington Post January 24, 2017January 24, 2017

He wants to make it easier for them to build plants in the U.S. and create manufacturing jobs, one of his campaign promises.