Rapidly growing participation in the state-administered program is raising concerns that it will become overwhelmed.
workforce development
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Lawmakers should pass bond package
None of Maine’s long-term infrastructure needs will benefit from a year with no investment.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Commander of newest Bath-built ship is part of a rare class
Fewer than 1 percent of the Navy’s commanding officers are women. Cmdr. DonAnn Gilmore, who will take command of BIW’s USS Daniel Inouye, is one of them.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Dana Connors: Green-card reforms would bring more willing, able workers to Maine
The Fairness for High-Skilled Immigrants Act would benefit our state’s economy and its job creators.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Those who serve up summer in Maine say: More help wanted
Many in the state’s hospitality sector are going short-staffed this season, and business leaders say that crisis is reflected in the wider economy.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Easterseals Maine gets $286,000 workforce grant
The group is expected to use the money to help veterans obtain housing, support services and jobs.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: America’s middle class is showing signs of life
Lamenting the loss of traditional jobs won’t help. Promoting the growth of new middle-skilled jobs will.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Welcome home, asylum seekers
The short-term disruption of a large number of immigrants should not obscure the real meaning of this event.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Maine Community College System president: Governor’s bond package needed to boost Maine economy
Education and focused training are key to closing the workforce development gap.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Reps. Fecteau and Stewart: Now is the time to invest in Maine’s workforce
L.D. 859 would equip our 27 career and technical education schools to teach young people the hard skills they need.