Remote work made it possible for more people to live here. It has helped the state but is straining it, too.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
As Trump ends DEI efforts, Maine conference helps businesses increase diversity hiring
Inclusion Maine conference draws employers who want to attract a more diverse workforce at a time when even holding the event runs counter to the Trump administration’s anti-DEI efforts.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Job openings in Maine are dropping, signaling return to ‘normalcy’
But experts say the trend could be short-lived.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Local & State, News
How the pandemic reshaped Portland’s restaurant scene
Exactly five years ago, the onset of COVID in Maine, and its aftermath, caused a period of intense turnover in the restaurant industry. It continues today.
Posted inTimes Record
Merrymeeting Food Council training new generation of farmers
Merrymeeting Food Council is preparing for the fourth session of its Farm Skills Training Program to educate Mainers about the food system and grow their skills for possible careers in agriculture.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Opinion: How to bolster Maine’s labor market? Embrace apprenticeships.
Apprenticeships offer young adults a structured pathway into the workforce and high wage, in-demand careers. They can also benefit individuals seeking career changes.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Stressed Starbucks baristas decry ‘skeleton’ crews in test for new CEO
Making early strides to address workers’ concerns will be crucial for Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol, who took over on Sept. 9.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Maine’s long-term care facilities struggle amid labor shortage
The shortage affects nursing home and assisted-living jobs of all kinds, from nurses and personal care assistants, to food service workers and maintenance staff.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Maine State Ferry Service hampered by staffing shortages
After repeated trip cancellations, the state-run ferry service in Penobscot Bay has contracted with an Indiana company to provide temporary workers.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Schools and Education
Maine’s community colleges receive $75 million grant to expand short-term workforce training
The donation was made by the Harold Alfond Foundation to build on the success of existing programming that the organization believes can help ease Maine’s labor shortage.