America ate a little bit less seafood in 2022, as per capita consumption fell about 3% to 19.8 pounds in 2022, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s ‘Fisheries of the United States’ report.
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The Associated Press to cut 8% of its workforce, accelerate digital-first news
The AP said less than half of the anticipated cuts would involve its news employees, with the bulk happening within the United States.
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Sugarloaf Mountain looks for earlier start to seasons with additional snowmaking upgrades
Warmer temperatures and lack of precipitation force ski resorts to make snow; plan ahead to maximize winter season.
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U.S. nearly doubles number of temporary work visas, giving hope to Maine hospitality industry
Maine’s hotels and restaurants are always looking for available employees and will welcome the additional workers with H-2B visas, an industry spokeswoman said.
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Hannaford back online, but questions remain about cybersecurity issue
The grocery store did not say whether customer data was affected.
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Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy as financial losses pile up
The budget airline says it expects to operate as normal and that customers can continue to book and fly without interruption.
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Maine to explore electrifying ports in bid to cut pollution from cruise and cargo ships
Demand for electricity at the port of Portland would be significant if ships were to plug in to the grid – just 3 ships would require 25 megawatts, the equivalent of lighting as many as 25,000 homes.
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Kid entrepreneurs sell their artwork, crafts and more in Clinton
Children ages 5 to 17 made jewelry, created artwork, painted rocks and baked sweets to sell Sunday as part of The Clever Kids Craft Expo held at Clinton Elementary School and hosted by the Clinton Parks and Recreation Association.
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Opinion: Maine’s electric vehicle goals don’t look like they’ll take us where we want to go
A key strategy in the state’s climate action plan is to put 150,000 electric vehicles on the road by 2030. It’s not realistic.
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Dairy task force recommends boosting subsidy to preserve Maine farms
A draft report calls for additional taxes on gambling, cannabis or cigarettes to help stabilize funding for the subsidy program that protects Maine’s struggling dairy farms.