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Maine Observer: Many find a second act after retirement

by Vicki Sullivan Special to the Telegram October 8, 2017October 6, 2017

Striking a balance between a work identity and a new path can be the most important part of a person’s golden years.

by CHRISTOPHER S. RUGABER Associated Press July 21, 2017July 21, 2017

North Dakota and Colorado tie for the lowest unemployment rate, with 2.3 percent.

by Bloomberg View July 21, 2017July 20, 2017

But if inflation shows signs of falling or if job creation slackens, then it’s time to pause and rethink.

by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette July 19, 2017July 18, 2017

Inactive lifestyles are helping to fuel higher obesity rates, shorter life spans and a less-efficient economy.

by Kate Dempsey, Matt Marks and Matt Timberlake Special to the Press Herald July 15, 2017July 14, 2017

What’s not to like about clean water, 3,000 jobs and new systems – not to mention the ability to leverage federal funds?

by JOSH BOAK Associated Press July 11, 2017July 11, 2017

There were more quits than layoffs, a situation that is seen as good for the economy.

by Charles Scontras Special to the Press Herald July 1, 2017June 30, 2017

Maine’s history offers early examples of prejudice against workers who labored with their hands.

by Jeffrey Libby Special to the Press Herald June 30, 2017June 30, 2017

Only quality rehabilitative programs can transform prisoners into functioning members of society.

by and LAURIE KELLMAN Associated Press June 10, 2017June 10, 2017

He tries to turn the focus from damaging testimony by his ex-FBI director and redirect it to his jobs ideas.

The governor appeared to link his effort to help low-risk inmates re-enter the workforce to the worker shortage facing Maine’s inns and restaurants.