The steps they’ve taken to address the shortage, including bonuses and free training, have delivered only limited relief.
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Portland councilors to hold public hearing on ideas to tighten rules for short-term rentals
The city is considering a host of proposed changes designed to restrict the number of Airbnb-style rentals, which have gained popularity through home-sharing websites.
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Bid reaches $5.25 million for Portland’s Time & Temperature building
The auction for the iconic 14-story Portland office building runs through Thursday afternoon.
Posted inFood & Dining
Maine Oyster Co. will hold grand opening Friday
The restaurant will serve what it whimsically describes as ‘farm to slurp certified’ oysters.
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Cannabis industry professionals gather in Portland as budding retail market takes shape
A Washington, D.C.-based trade group is told that Maine’s adult-use marijuana law isn’t likely to be fully implemented until next fall.
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House District 39: Opponent mounts no campaign against Michael Sylvester
Republican Peter Doyle’s name will appear on the ballot but he has not raised or spent money to challenge the incumbent.
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House District 36: Former Portland mayor seeks return to Legislature as foe keeps low profile
Michael Brennan lays out an ambitious and detailed legislative agenda, and challenger Samuel Ledue says he’s been too busy to campaign.
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San Francisco retailer to open customer service center in Portland
Grove Collaborative, which sells all-natural products on a subscription basis, plans to hire up to 100 consumer ‘guides’ within the first year to assist online shoppers.
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For Uncle Billy’s Barbecue fans, bad news multiplies
Both the pop-up and the restaurant on Cumberland Avenue in Portland seem to be done.
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Employers tap Mainers in recovery for jobs
A labor crunch plus the need for jobs for people recovering from addictions prompts hiring fairs.