A survey of more than 160 companies in Greater Portland showed that a majority of firms don’t know when their workers will return to the office.
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State says South Portland cannabis seller’s mermaid logo is against the rules
The Maine Office of Marijuana Policy says SeaWeed’s use of a mermaid image runs afoul of rules designed to inhibit underage use.
Run & Eat: Jing Yan adds quality, variety to Chinese takeout options
This new Munjoy Hill restaurant is inspired by the owners’ time living in China.
As pandemic stretches on, Mainers rediscover pleasures of good breakfast
It’s morning in Maine, and the big feed is on.
Maine blazes workplace trail with earned paid leave requirement
A new law that took effect this year covers an estimated 85 percent of the workforce and allows workers to earn up to five days of paid time off each year.
Whole Foods workers say Portland store’s operation raises infection risk
The presence of employees shopping for home delivery customers makes it impossible to follow physical distancing guidelines, one employee says.
Maine lenders ready for second round of Paycheck Protection Program
The federal program, renewed as part of an economic stimulus package passed last year, can provide up to $284 billion in loans.
Augusta wedding show on for Sunday, but with big changes
Pandemic rules require that attendance at the Augusta Civic Center be limited to 50 people at a time, including vendors.
Maine jobless claims remain high as state implements new employer tax
More than 4,000 Mainers filed new claims last week, while a 0.13% payroll tax was implemented to help fund the unemployment compensation office.
Maine Health Care Association head Richard Erb announces retirement
RETIREMENTS After 20 years with the Maine Health Care Association, President and CEO Richard Erb plans to retire and leave the board of directors effective June 30. The search for a successor will include a review of candidates while Erb works with them. The association has grown and become a well-known voice for long-term care […]