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As passengers return to air travel, bad behavior skyrockets
Airlines and unions for flight attendants and pilots sent a letter to the U.S. Justice Department on Monday urging ‘that more be done to deter egregious behavior.’
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Vaccine ‘honor system’ in U.S. leaves false sense of security for businesses
The incentives to appear vaccinated are increasing, from getting a job to getting a seat at a baseball game.
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Some used vehicles now cost more than original sticker price
A global shortage of computer chips has pushed prices to record levels.
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Fed’s Powell says high inflation temporary, will ‘wane’
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Tuesday that he expects recent price spikes will soon subside and reduce inflation to a sustainable level
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Homes sales in Maine remained strong in May
Median sales and prices were both up 28% over the same month last year.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, New England
New coral protections coming to areas off New England
The move also creates a dedicated habitat research area called the Jordan Basin Dedicated Habitat Research Area south of the Maine coast.
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U.S. existing home sales fall again as prices continue to soar
Sales of previously-occupied homes fell for the fourth straight month in May.
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Word on the Street: A Pride-themed pizza tops the Cushnoc menu this month
The Augusta brewery has a custom-made pizza with wild toppings and all proceeds go to support the Maine nonprofit.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Morning Sentinel
Belgrade officials seek legal help on lingering permit questions related to boat business
Shawn Grant is looking to follow a consent agreement between him and the town over a permit for his business, Brightside Marine.