Times have seldom been harder for the traditional news media. The question is whether they will find a new path or fade into obscurity. Either outcome is possible.
2023
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Angela Craddock and Michael Rocque: Lobstermen’s reprieve from new federal regulations is a welcome development
The past few months have been a tumultuous time for Maine’s lobster fishing industry, with new regulations looming and “red listing” of lobster by a watchdog group.
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Posted inBusiness
Owners urged to park old Hondas until air bags are fixed
The government issues a ‘Do Not Drive’ advisory for the 2001 through 2003 vehicles with Takata inflators.
Posted inBusiness
Unexpected job surge confounds Fed’s economic models
Friday’s report suggests that inflation could continue to decline even while employers keep adding workers.
Posted inBusiness
Jury clears Elon Musk of wrongdoing with 2018 Tesla tweets
The trial hinged on whether he misled shareholders, steering them in a direction that they say cost them billions.
Posted inNation / World
Sixth officer fired after beating death of Tyre Nichols
Also, the EMT licenses of two former Memphis Fire Department employees are suspended for failing to render critical care.
Posted inNation / World
Accused monkey thief charged with other crimes at Dallas Zoo
A string of unusual events over the past few weeks includes enclosure fences that were cut and the death of a vulture.
Posted inLocal Sports, Sports
Junior hockey: Maine Nordiques blow past Philadelphia Rebels
The Nordiques are led by captain Brendan Gibbons, who tallies two goals and two assists. Defenseman David Helledy notches a pair of goals as well.
Posted inBoston Celtics, Sports
Celtics fall to Suns, lose for fourth time in six games
Phoenix scores the first eight points of the fourth quarter to stop a rally by Boston and win, 106-94.
Posted inLocal Sports, Maine colleges, Sports, UMaine Sports
College roundup: Bowdoin sweeps Bates in basketball
The Bobcats men drop a heartbreaker at home, while the women are done in by a bad start to the second half.