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Maine State Government

Published
April 14, 2020

Maine unemployment office to extend call-in hours starting Monday

Calls filing claims will be answered Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m., an extension of nearly three hours.
Published
April 13, 2020

Still no date in sight for expansion of Maine unemployment benefits

Maine and other states are still figuring out how to implement a massive adjustment to the jobless claims system to include contractors and self-employed workers.
Published
April 10, 2020

‘The adult in the room’: CDC director is the face of Maine’s coronavirus response

Dr. Nirav Shah has earned widespread praise for his handling of the crisis, even inspiring a Facebook group and a highway sign saying, ‘In Shah we trust.’
Published
April 9, 2020

Maine unemployment claims hit new record of nearly 31,000 last week

After 3 consecutive weeks of record claims, an estimated 11% of Mainers are now out of work.
Published
April 6, 2020

CMP corridor referendum still on track after legal challenges

Opponents of Central Maine Power Co.'s proposed power line through the state's western mountains get 2,000 signatures tossed, but still have a margin of 3,000 for a ballot measure.

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Published
April 6, 2020

Maine regulator predicts outbreak of virus-related scams

Maine Securities Administrator Judith Shaw warns residents to be wary of schemes preying on their fears surrounding coronavirus.
Published
April 3, 2020

Second COVID-19 case at BIW triggers more calls to close the shipyard

Some lawmakers want the shipyard shut down to limit further spread to workers and their communities, but Bath Iron Works says its work is essential to national security and Gov. Janet Mills says she does not have authority to close the business.
Published
April 3, 2020

Overwhelmed Maine unemployment office announces hiring, new rules for applicants

In order to reduce call volume, Mainers are asked to call on one of three days next week, depending on the first letter of their last name.
Published
April 1, 2020

Maine retailers deemed essential prepare to follow new state mandates

Supermarkets, grocers and convenience stores will stay open but must limit the number of customers at any time and take other measures to limit coronavirus transmission.
Published
April 1, 2020

Ride-sharing services limited by Mills’ executive order

Services such as Uber and Lyft will be allowed to carry just one person at a time, to an essential job or activity.