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PublishedMarch 22, 2020
The Maine Millennial: Bridging the social distancing gaps
Neighbors can still rely on neighbors when other supports fall through.
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PublishedMarch 19, 2020
State agency releases emergency loans for businesses impacted by coronavirus
The Finance Authority of Maine will use one-third of its reserves to aid small businesses damaged by the sudden economic impact of the pandemic.
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PublishedMarch 19, 2020
Our View: Don’t forget Maine food service workers when crisis ends
It's important to shut down restaurants and bars to slow the growth of COVID-19, but it comes with a cost.
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PublishedMarch 18, 2020
Unemployment claims in Maine surpassed February’s total in just 3 days this week
Nearly 5,000 Mainers have claimed unemployment since Sunday, putting Maine on track to surpass the highest weekly total since the Great Recession.
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PublishedMarch 15, 2020
Our View: Virus testing failure has consequences
Maine's economy and the nation's will take a beating because we didn't prepare for this outbreak.
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PublishedMarch 11, 2020
Maine trade groups lash out against proposed increase in overtime pay eligibility
A bill in the Legislature would allow thousands more salaried workers in Maine to earn overtime pay when they work more than 40 hours a week.
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PublishedMarch 1, 2020
As construction costs climb, key projects shrink and taxpayers’ burden grows
Maine and its cities mirror a national trend, with a labor shortage driving up bids, while agencies scale back work on roads, bridges and schools.
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PublishedFebruary 26, 2020
Commentary: Proposed $23 million ‘pack tax’ won’t solve Maine’s recycling problems
Requiring businesses to compensate municipalities for the cost of recycling packaging simply shifts costs.
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PublishedFebruary 12, 2020
Maine Compass: Work permits for asylum applicants? Slow down
We need more data on how long it takes most refugees to make enough in wages to support their families without taxpayers' help.
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PublishedJanuary 28, 2020
Our View: Roux Institute a giant leap for Maine
Armed with a $100 million gift, a new center for data study could build a community of companies and workers.
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