But the lack of people seeking jobs will make it hard for businesses to start or expand.
workforce development
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: As chancellor, James Page set the right course for University of Maine System
But the work of adapting higher education to Maine’s aging population is not done yet.
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Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Workforce development: Remember how great it is to live, work in Maine
We should start with partnerships between potential employers and our college upperclassmen.
Posted inBusiness, Life & Culture, Nation & World, News
Apple plans $1 billion campus in Austin, Texas
The tech giant promises at least 5,000 new jobs, in areas ranging from engineering to customer service.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Expanding computer science schooling should be a top priority
A new coalition shows how creating and supporting rigorous K-12 standards will help Maine catch up in a key aspect of education and economic development.
Posted inBusiness, Life & Culture, Local & State, Nation & World, News, Schools and Education
Chamber, advocacy groups pair up to fight childhood poverty
Invest in Tomorrow intends to develop an action plan to help children, which ultimately will help the state’s workforce.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Maine state chamber receives grant to enhance work-based learning
The $95,000 will be used to launch a readiness lab to create opportunities for students and employers.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Past immigrants would have been blocked by new rules
Requiring newcomers to have money and speak English before they arrive in the U.S. will unfairly stifle opportunity.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Proposed public charge rule will undercut local efforts to help immigrant families
Support our friends and neighbors by speaking out against this mean-spirited assault.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Public charge rule would hobble immigrants trying to succeed
The Department of Homeland Security proposal would create an effective barrier for people from poorer countries who want to contribute to our economy.