Lewiston-Auburn real estate market surges during pandemic

Union negotiators, BIW agree on contract proposal after seven weeks on strike

Union members will vote on the new contract proposal via telephone Aug. 21-23, according to the union. If approved, the contract would last until Aug. 20, 2023.

Postal Service loses $2.2 billion in 3 months as virus woes persist

The new postmaster general, Louis DeJoy, disputes reports that his agency is slowing down election mail or any other mail.

Maine leaders urge Congress to end gridlock on COVID-19 relief package

Maine progressive leaders and Democratic lawmakers held a virtual news conference Friday to stress the need for another infusion of federal funds.

Judge dismisses lawsuit against Mills by Sunday River Brewing and other businesses

The class action lawsuit challenged the constitutionality of Gov. Janet Mills' restrictions on their businesses during the pandemic.

Canada outpaces U.S., recouping 55% of jobs lost to pandemic

The employment gains were largely expected as provinces moved to more aggressively reopen their economies, prompting businesses to rehire workers.

Enforcement of Maine’s strict online privacy law begins without clear strategy

The state's attorney general said most internet service providers affirm they are complying, but a group of large providers is fighting the law in court.

How Susan Collins was lobbied to write the PPP exception that benefited hotel chains

The lobbyist who pushed for the change was a former longtime aide to the Maine senator.

Sheriff’s office investigates break-in at brewery in Harrison

The owners of Fluvial Brewing, who were already struggling with the economic effects of COVID-19, say they were devastated Thursday when they found their business had been burglarized.