Maine to update jobless payment amounts for self-employed, contractors

Starting this week, workers collecting federal benefits may be entitled to more than the $172-per-week minimum.

Jobless claims up for first time since March as cutoff of extra $600 benefit nears

The Labor Department said Thursday that roughly 32 million people are receiving unemployment benefits, though that figure could include double-counting by some states.

The Latest: In shift, Trump says some schools may need to delay reopening

Maine Voices: In school reopening debate, nobody’s asking, ‘What about the teachers?’

We don’t want to cobble together science labs or history lectures online, but at least we’ll stay alive if we do.

Homebuyers from away aren’t flocking to Maine … yet

Real estate agents have anticipated that the coronavirus might lead more out-of-state residents to relocate to Maine, but so far the numbers aren't showing it.

Bates College may house some students in area hotels

Lewiston college is scrambling to get ready for students' return in a month to a transformed campus.

Freeport halts weekend Main Street closures after negative feedback from businesses

Organizers found the closure to be successful from a public health standpoint, but businesses didn't see the boost they'd hoped for.

Patriots face challenges if training camp rosters get scaled back from 90 to 80

At least one undrafted free agent has made the Patriots roster every year since 2003, but new roster limits could force the team to sift out that diamond in the rough before practices even start.

Maine employers could be taxed by state on federal emergency loans

Businesses and nonprofits will owe state income tax on the forgiven portion of Paycheck Protection Program loans unless legislators change state law.

Waterville council, mayor debate merit of mask wearing

The City Council on Tuesday voted 4-3 to urge businesses to encourage customers and employees to wear face coverings.