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5/14/2020: Claims for Unemployment Compensation, Week Ending May 9
5/11/2020: Thousands of Mainers Paid PUA Unemployment Benefits
5/7/2020: Claims for Unemployment Compensation, Week Ending May 2
5/1/2020: Department of Labor Processes Thousands of Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Applications on First Day of Program
4/30/2020: Claims for Unemployment Compensation, Week Ending April 25
4/24/2020: Dept. of Labor to Expedite Decisions on Thousands of Unemployment Claims
4/23/2020: Claims for Unemployment Compensation, Week Ending April 18
4/16/2020: Maine Community Colleges are offering over 25 free online training programs that are tied to skills and jobs currently in demand in Maine.
4/16/2020: Maine Department of Labor Releases Initial and Weekly Unemployment Claims Data for Week Ending April 11
4/14/2020: Dept. of Labor Extends Public Comment Period on Earned Paid Leave and Will Still Hold Remote Public Hearing April 15
4/14/2020: Dept. of Labor: Claimants will See Additional $600 Early Next Week, Call-in Times Extended
4/13/2020: Dept. of Labor: Even though Schools are Remote for Rest of Year, Labor Laws Still Apply
4/9/2020: Maine Department of Labor Releases Initial and Weekly Unemployment Claims Data for Week Ending April 4
4/3/2020: Maine Department of Labor Announces Alphabetical Call-in Schedule for Unemployment Benefits
4/2/2020: Maine Department of Labor Releases Initial Unemployment Claims Data for Week Ending March 28
4/1/2020: MDOL Opted in to New Temporary Federal Unemployment Programs to help Maine Workers and Employers during COVID-19 Emergency
3/26/2020: Maine Department of Labor Posts Unemployment Claims Data for Week Ending March 21
2/12/2020: 283 Veterans Hired During the 2019 Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign
1/30/2020: MDOL partners with OSHA and Maine School of Masonry
1/22/2020: CareerCenters Can Now Help with Common Unemployment Insurance Questions
1/17/2020: IRS Free File opens today; do taxes online for free
12/11/2019: Maine Minimum Wage and Federal Overtime Changes Coming January 2020
12/4/2019: Maine Dept. of Labor Warns about Unemployment Websites
12/2/2019: Augusta Dept. of Labor Listening Session Postponed
11/20/2019: Maine Unemployment Rate 2.8 Percent in October
11/11/2019: Governor Mills Proclaims Nov. 11-17 Apprenticeship Week
11/6/2019: Update on Dept. of Labor Listening Sessions on Paid Time Off Rulemaking
10/18/2019: Maine Unemployment Rate 2.9 Percent in September
9/20/2019: Maine Unemployment Rate 2.9 Percent in August
9/9/2019: Presque Isle CareerCenter to reopen on Tuesday, September 10, 2019
8/29/2019: 2019 Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign Kick-Off Event and Hiring Fair to be held August 29 at Augusta Civic Center
8/26/2019: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.0 Percent in July
8/12/2019: August Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
8/1/2019: Lewiston CareerCenter Hosting Events in August
8/1/2019: Tri-County CareerCenter Hosting Events in August
8/1/2019: Maine Department of Labor Offering Workplace Training Sessions
7/24/2019: Maine Department of Labor Awarded Over $998,000 Grant for Workforce Data Systems
7/2/2019: Tips to Prevent a Tick Encounter
7/1/2019: Maine Organization Awarded $285,000 Grant for Work with Veterans
7/1/2019: Maine Apprenticeship Program Awarded $752,000 Grant
7/1/2019: July Programs at the York County CareerCenter
6/24/2019: Augusta CareerCenter to Host Hiring Fair June 24
6/4/2019: Rapid Response Session Scheduled for Workers Affected by Closing of Windham Friendly's
6/1/2019: June Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
6/1/2019: Department of Labor Offering Workplace Training Sessions
6/1/2019: Tri-County CareerCenter Hosting Events in June
6/1/2019: Lewiston CareerCenter Hosting Events in June
6/1/2019: June Services at Rockland CareerCenter
5/9/2019: Relief for Maine H-2B Employer Stakeholders: U.S. DOL, DHS release 30,000 H-2B Visas Nationally for Returning Foreign Workers
5/6/2019: May Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
5/6/2019: Lewiston CareerCenter Hosting Events in May
5/2/2019: Department of Labor Offering Workplace Training Sessions
5/1/2019: May Services at Rockland CareerCenter
4/29/2019: Rapid Response Session Scheduled for Workers Affected by athenahealth Inc. layoffs
4/25/2019: Presque Isle CareerCenter to Hold Job Fair April 25
4/25/2019: Presque Isle Job Fair for Construction/Trades April 25
4/17/2019: Rapid Respose Session Scheduled for Workers Affected by Closing of Augusta Friendly's
4/16/2019: April Programs at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
4/11/2019: 9th Annual York County Regional Job Fair to be held April 11
4/10/2019: Wilton CareerCenter to Hold Job Fair in Farmington April 10
4/9/2019: Dept. of Labor Offering No-Cost Wage and Hour Compliance Assistance Workshops
4/2/2019: Tri-County CareerCenter Hosting Events in April
4/1/2019: Dept. of Labor to Offer Employers a Course on Hiring Minors in the Workforce
4/1/2019: April Services at Rockland CareerCenter
3/26/2019: Relocated Individuals from Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands May be Eligible for DUA Benefits
3/26/2019: Department of Labor Offering Workplace Training Sessions
3/25/2019: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.4 Percent in February
3/25/2019: Augusta CareerCenter Hosting Hiring Fair on March 25
3/22/2019: Rapid Response Sessions Scheduled for Workers Affected by Closing of Newport Tim Hortons
3/13/2019: Dept. of Labor Offering No-Cost Wage and Hour Compliance Assistance Workshops
3/13/2019: Dept. of Labor Offers Employers a Course on Hiring Minors in the Workforce
3/8/2019: Maine Department of Labor Issues Corrected 2018 Tax Documentation for Certain Unemployment Insurance Beneficiaries
1/22/2019: February Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
1/18/2019: In-Person Unemployment Filing Assistance Available at Maine CareerCenters
1/18/2019: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.4 Percent in December
1/18/2019: More than 20 Employers Expected at Augusta CareerCenter Job Fair on January 28
1/18/2019: Rapid Response Sessions Scheduled for Workers Affected by Possible Layoffs at Certain Taco Bell Locations
1/17/2019: Department of Labor Offers Course on Minors in the Workforce
12/31/2018: More than 20 Employers at Lewiston CareerCenter Job Fair on January 7
12/21/2018: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.4 Percent in November
12/18/2018: January Programs for Job Seekers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
12/18/2018: January Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
12/18/2018: January Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
12/17/2018: January Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
12/17/2018: January Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
12/17/2018: January Programs for Job Seekers and Employers at the Rockland CareerCenter
12/10/2018: Wilton CareerCenter Hosting 22 Employers at Dec. 12 Job Fair
12/7/2018: Rapid Response Session Scheduled for Employees of Businesses Affected by Lisbon St. Fire in Lewiston
11/29/2018: December Programs for Job Seekers at the Augusta CareerCenter
11/28/2018: December Programs for Job Seekers at the Tri-County CareerCenter in Bangor
11/27/2018: December Programs for Job Seekers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
11/27/2018: Wilton CareerCenter Hosting 18 Employers at December 5 Job Fair
11/27/2018: December Programs at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
11/27/2018: December Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
11/26/2018: December Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
11/26/2018: December Programs for Job Seekers and Employers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
11/16/2018: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.4 Percent in October
11/8/2018: Northern Kennebec Valley CareerCenter Open House, Central Maine Career Expo Happens Next Week
11/8/2018: Hire-A-Vet Campaign Offers Employers Veteran Recruitment, Retention Training
11/8/2018: November Programs for Job Seekers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
11/8/2018: 2018 Hire-A-Vet Campaign Going Strong at Halfway Point
11/5/2018: November Programs for Job Seekers at the Tri-County CareerCenter in Bangor
11/5/2018: November Programs for Job Seekers and Employers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
11/5/2018: November Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
11/5/2018: November Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
11/5/2018: November Programs for Job Seekers at the Augusta CareerCenter
11/5/2018: November Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
11/1/2018: More than 25 Employers at Lewiston CareerCenter Job Fair on November 5
10/31/2018: HospitalityMaine, Labor Department Partner to Develop Maine's Next Generation of Hospitality Workers
10/19/2018: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.3 Percent in September
10/10/2018: 10/10/2018 DBVI Proposed Vocational Rehabilitation Rule Changes, Available Through 11/9/2018
10/10/2018: 10/10/2018 DVR Proposed Vocational Rehabilitation Rule Changes, Available Through 11/9/2018
10/10/2018: Southern Midcoast CareerCenter Co-Hosting Job Fair, Holding Open House on October 16
10/10/2018: Maine's Competitive Workforce Driving Increased Wages, Creating a More Prosperous Maine
10/5/2018: October Programs for Job Seekers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
10/3/2018: Hire-A-Vet Campaign Assistance Available to Homeless Veterans at VA Stand Down on October 13
10/3/2018: October Programs for Job Seekers at the Augusta CareerCenter
10/3/2018: October Programs for Job Seekers at the Tri-County CareerCenter in Bangor
10/3/2018: October Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
10/1/2018: October Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
10/1/2018: October Programs for Job Seekers at the Northern Kennebec Valley CareerCenter
10/1/2018: October Programs for Job Seekers and Employers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
9/27/2018: Bradley Volunteer Fire Department Receives SHAPE Award for Safety
9/26/2018: Community Living Association, Couleur Collection, Loving Touch In-Home Care, and Nonantum Resort Earn Silver Collar Employer Award
9/21/2018: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.2 Percent in August
9/20/2018: More than 25 Employers Hiring at Augusta CareerCenter on September 24
9/19/2018: Rapid Response Session Scheduled for Employees Affected by the Fire at Stone Soup Café and Market in East Machias
9/18/2018: Southern Midcoast CareerCenter Moving to Brunswick Landing on Friday
9/17/2018: Fall Job Fairs Scheduled Around the State (Updated 9/17/18)
9/13/2018: Say YES to that First Job: Labor Dept. Offers Information on Youth Employment While In-School
9/12/2018: New Businesses can now Register for Unemployment Insurance Tax through ReEmployME
9/11/2018: Brunswick CareerCenter Moving to SMCC-Midcoast Campus September 21-24
9/5/2018: Annual Deaf Culture Awards, Tea in Hall of Flags Sept. 20
9/4/2018: September Programs for Job Seekers at the Augusta CareerCenter
9/4/2018: September Programs for Job Seekers and Employers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
9/4/2018: September Programs for Job Seekers at the new Northern Kennebec Valley CareerCenter
9/4/2018: September Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
8/29/2018: September Programs for Job Seekers at the Rockland CareerCenter
8/29/2018: September Programs for Job Seekers at the Tri-County CareerCenter in Bangor
8/28/2018: Open to All Job Seekers: Maine's Largest Hiring Fair part of Hire-A-Vet Kick-Off, Aug 30 at Augusta Civic Center Hundreds of employers, thousands of job opportunities from all around Maine.
8/21/2018: Hundreds of Employers, Thousands of Job Opportunities at Maine's Largest Hiring Fair
8/20/2018: Maine Department of Labor Revises Rules for Minors under the Age of Eighteen in Non-Agricultural Employment
8/17/2018: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.0 Percent in July
8/14/2018: Nomination Deadline Approaching for 2018 Silver Collar Employers Awards
8/13/2018: Skowhegan, Brunswick CareerCenters to Move to Maine Community College Campuses this Summer, Fall
8/10/2018: Department of Labor Offering Fire Protection Classes
8/6/2018: Labor Department to hold Facebook Live Q&A on Youth Employment
8/2/2018: MDOC, MDOL Partnering to Help Inmates Reenter Employment
7/30/2018: August Programs for Job Seekers at the Augusta CareerCenter
7/24/2018: August Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
7/24/2018: August Programs for Job Seekers and Employers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
7/20/2018: Maine Unemployment Rate 2.9 Percent in June
6/29/2018: Sunday River, MDOL Partner to Create Culinary Apprenticeship
6/28/2018: Midstate Machine Earns Safety Award
6/26/2018: July Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
6/26/2018: July Programs for Job Seekers and Employers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
6/26/2018: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Tri-County CareerCenter in Bangor
6/26/2018: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
6/26/2018: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
6/26/2018: July programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
6/26/2018: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Rockland CareerCenter
6/26/2018: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
6/26/2018: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
6/19/2018: 2018 Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign Kick-Off Event and Hiring Fair to be held August 30 at Augusta Civic Center
6/19/2018: More than 20 Employers Hiring at Augusta CareerCenter on June 25
6/18/2018: Daniel Bolduc Named Director of Bureau of Labor Standards at Maine Department of Labor
6/15/2018: Maine Unemployment Rate 2.8 Percent in May
6/14/2018: Applications for Training Grant Pilot now open to Tourism and Related Employers
6/8/2018: New Unemployment Insurance Tax System for Maine Employers in 2018
6/8/2018: Dept. of Labor Offers Employers a Course in Bangor on Hiring Minors in the Workforce
6/6/2018: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Tri-County CareerCenter in Bangor
6/4/2018: June Programs for Job Seekers and Employers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
6/4/2018: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Rockland CareerCenter
6/4/2018: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
6/4/2018: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
6/4/2018: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Augusta CareerCenter
6/4/2018: June Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
5/29/2018: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
5/24/2018: Dept. of Labor Offering Employers Course on Hiring Minors in the Workforce
5/23/2018: Say YES to that First Job: Labor Dept. Offers Teens, Parents Class on Youth Employment
5/18/2018: Maine Unemployment Rate 2.7 Percent in April
5/15/2018: Dept. of Labor Offers Employers a Course on OSHA Recordkeeping
5/14/2018: Skowhegan CareerCenter Hosts Area Job Fair on May 17
5/14/2018: Spring Job Fairs Scheduled Around the State - Updated 5/14/18
5/3/2018: Department of Labor Offers Impairment Detection Course for Employers
5/3/2018: Lewiston CareerCenter Hosting Job Fair on May 7
5/2/2018: May Programs for Job Seekers and Employers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
5/1/2018: May Programs for Job Seekers at Washington County CareerCenters
5/1/2018: May Programs for Job Seekers at the Augusta CareerCenter
4/30/2018: May Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
4/30/2018: May Programs for Job Seekers at the Rockland CareerCenter
4/30/2018: May Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
4/30/2018: May Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
4/30/2018: May Programs for Job Seekers and Employers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
4/30/2018: May Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
4/27/2018: Unemployment Claimants can Report their Work Search Efforts by Phone
4/26/2018: Agricultural Field Labor Day on May 3 Showcases Career Opportunities
4/23/2018: Augusta CareerCenter Hosting Job Fair, Open House on April 30
4/20/2018: Dept. of Labor Offering No-Cost Wage and Hour Compliance Assistance Workshops
4/20/2018: Maine Unemployment Rate 2.7 Percent in March
4/17/2018: Hundreds of Job Opportunities at Southern Midcoast Spring Hiring Fair on April 24
4/4/2018: Construction Showcase and Career Opportunities Fair held at Augusta Civic Center on April 11
3/29/2018: No-Cost Manufacturing Technician Training begins April 3 at SMCC in Brunswick
3/28/2018: April Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
3/28/2018: April Programs for Job Seekers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
3/27/2018: April Programs for Job Seekers at the Rockland CareerCenter
3/26/2018: April Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
3/26/2018: April Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
3/26/2018: 8th Annual York County Regional Job Fair on April 11 Expects more than 100 Employers
3/23/2018: Maine Unemployment Rate 2.9 Percent in February
3/22/2018: Department of Labor Statement on Recent Unemployment System Allegations
3/12/2018: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.0 Percent in January
3/9/2018: More than 50 Employers Hiring at March 15 Career Expo in Augusta
3/9/2018: State Seeks Public Comments on Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Performance Measures
3/1/2018: March Programs for Job Seekers and Employers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
3/1/2018: March Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
3/1/2018: March Programs for Job Seekers at the Rockland CareerCenter
3/1/2018: March Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
3/1/2018: March Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
3/1/2018: March Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
2/28/2018: State Seeks Public Comments on Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act Modifications in the Unified Plan
2/23/2018: Wilton CareerCenter First in System to See Changes
2/9/2018: Department of Labor Available On-Site Feb 12 for Employees Affected by Layoffs at Downeast Correctional Facility
2/8/2018: More than 295 Veterans, Military Family Members Hired through annual Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign
2/1/2018: February Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
1/31/2018: February Programs for Job Seekers and Employers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
1/31/2018: February Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
1/31/2018: February Programs for Job Seekers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
1/31/2018: February Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
1/31/2018: February Programs for Job Seekers at the Rockland CareerCenter
1/24/2018: Augusta area Job Fair on January 29 hosts more than 15 Employers
1/23/2018: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.0 Percent in December
1/18/2018: CareerCenters to Modernize Model
1/12/2018: Skowhegan CareerCenter Hosting Hiring Fair on January 18
1/10/2018: Commercial Driving Job Fair on January 12 in Portland
1/9/2018: Paid Work Experience, Training Offered for Out-of-School Youth in Somerset County
1/3/2018: Agricultural Career Fair to be held Tuesday during Maine Agricultural Trades Show
1/3/2018: Hire-A-Vet Campaign Offers Employers Veteran Recruitment, Retention Training
12/28/2017: January Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
12/28/2017: January Programs for Job Seekers and Employers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
12/28/2017: January Programs for Job Seekers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
12/28/2017: January Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
12/28/2017: January Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
12/27/2017: January Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
12/27/2017: January Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
12/27/2017: January Programs for Job Seekers at the Rockland CareerCenter
12/21/2017: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.3 Percent in November
12/13/2017: Department of Labor Provides Update on Unemployment Claim Filing on New System
11/29/2017: December Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
11/27/2017: Unemployment Insurance Filing System Down for Upgrade Starting November 30
11/20/2017: ReEmployME - New Unemployment Insurance Filing System Launching Early December
11/17/2017: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.5 Percent in October
11/16/2017: Silver Collar Awards presented to Associates for Training and Development, Care and Comfort, Community Health Options, and Moody’s Co-Worker Owned, Inc.
11/8/2017: Hancock County Woman Busted for Stealing Unemployment Benefits
11/6/2017: November Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
11/6/2017: Hire-A-Vet Campaign Going Strong at Halfway Point
11/3/2017: November Programs for Job Seekers at the Tri-County CareerCenter in Bangor
11/3/2017: November Programs for Job Seekers at the Machias CareerCenter
11/3/2017: November Programs for Job Seekers at the Rockland CareerCenter
11/3/2017: November Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
11/1/2017: November Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
10/30/2017: Monthly Job Fair at Augusta CareerCenter Rescheduled to Nov. 3
10/30/2017: Department of Labor Offering Workplace Safety Classes in November
10/30/2017: November Programs for Job Seekers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
10/30/2017: November Programs for Job Seekers and Employers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
10/24/2017: Nina McLaughlin Named as Director of Policy and Legislative Affairs at Maine Department of Labor
10/20/2017: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.7 Percent in September
10/17/2017: Info Session for Free, Paid CNA Training Program October 26 in Waterville
10/17/2017: New Data Tool Showcases Post-Credential Employment and Earning in Maine
10/16/2017: Free Apprenticeship Works Seminar Offered for Manufacturers
10/16/2017: Hire-A-Vet Campaign Assistance Available to Homeless Veterans at VA Stand Down on October 21
10/11/2017: October Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
10/11/2017: October Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
10/5/2017: Laura Hudson Named Director of Communications at Maine Department of Labor
10/4/2017: October Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
10/4/2017: October Programs for Job Seekers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
10/4/2017: October Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
10/3/2017: October Programs for Job Seekers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
9/28/2017: Associates for Training and Development, Care & Comfort, Community Health Options, and Moody’s Co-Worker Owned, Inc., Earn Silver Collar Employer Award
9/26/2017: Lewiston CareerCenter Hosting Job Fair on October 2
9/25/2017: Hiring Event in Brunswick on October 12
9/20/2017: More than 20 Employers Hiring at Sept 25 Job Fair in Augusta
9/15/2017: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.8 Percent in August
9/7/2017: September Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
9/7/2017: September Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
9/6/2017: Paid Work Experience Offered for Somerset County Youth ages 16 to 24
9/5/2017: September Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
9/5/2017: September Programs for Job Seekers at the Rockland CareerCenter
9/5/2017: September Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
9/5/2017: September Programs for Job Seekers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
9/5/2017: September Programs for Job Seekers and Employers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
8/31/2017: Paid Work Experience Training Offered for Central Maine Youth ages 17 to 24
8/31/2017: Annual Deaf Culture Awards, Tea in Hall of Flags Sept. 21
8/23/2017: More than 140 Employers Hiring August 29 at Augusta Armory
8/21/2017: Department of Labor Offering Impairment Detection Course for Employers on August 23
8/18/2017: Augusta Resident, UMF Student, Interns at the Maine Department of Labor
8/18/2017: Augusta Resident, Wagner College Student, Interns at the Maine Department of Labor
8/18/2017: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.7 Percent in July
8/16/2017: 2017 Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign Kick-Off Event and Hiring Fair to be held August 29 at Augusta Armory
8/10/2017: August Programs for Job Seekers at the Rockland CareerCenter
8/10/2017: August Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
8/9/2017: August Programs for Job Seekers at the Tri-County CareerCenter in Bangor
8/3/2017: Notice of Rulemaking: Board of Occupational Safety and Health
8/3/2017: Nominations for Senior-Friendly Employer Awards due September 1
8/3/2017: August Programs for Job Seekers at the Machias CareerCenter
8/3/2017: August Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
8/1/2017: Lewiston CareerCenter Hosting Job Fair on August 7
7/31/2017: August Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
7/31/2017: August Programs for Job Seekers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
7/28/2017: Hancock Fenton Named Chief Hearing Officer at Maine Department of Labor
7/25/2017: Program that Prepares Blind or Visually Impaired Students for LIFE Teaches Learning, Independence, Fun and Employment
7/21/2017: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.5 Percent in June
7/20/2017: Blueberry Rakers' Center to Open in Washington County
7/19/2017: Maine Department of Labor Announces Rulemaking under the Employment Security Act
7/19/2017: Rapid Response Session Scheduled for Employees Affected by the Fire at Waterboro Strip Mall
7/14/2017: Padebco of Round Pond Earns Safety Award
7/13/2017: Addison Volunteer Fire Department Receives SHAPE Award for Safety
7/13/2017: Norway Water District Receives SHAPE Award for Safety
7/11/2017: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Tri-County CareerCenter in Bangor
7/10/2017: Law Allows 14 and 15 Year Olds To Be Hired in New Occupations Immediately
7/10/2017: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
7/10/2017: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Machias CareerCenter
7/10/2017: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Rockland CareerCenter
7/10/2017: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
7/10/2017: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
7/10/2017: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
7/10/2017: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
7/10/2017: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
7/4/2017: Department of Labor Open for Business Wednesday, July 5; Information Regarding Unemployment Claims
6/27/2017: York County CareerCenter Holding Federal Employment Workshop
6/21/2017: More than a Dozen Augusta Area Employers Hiring at June 26 Job Fair
6/16/2017: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.2 Percent in May
6/8/2017: Maine Department of Labor Announces Program Changes
6/8/2017: Unemployment Claims Call Center Increasing Support, Changing Hours June 19
6/6/2017: Paid Summer Work Experience Offered for Central Maine Youth ages 16 to 24
6/5/2017: Nominations Sought for 2017 Silver Collar Awards
5/30/2017: Department of Labor Offering Workplace Safety Classes in June
5/27/2017: June Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
5/25/2017: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
5/25/2017: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Tri-County CareerCenter in Bangor
5/25/2017: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
5/25/2017: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
5/25/2017: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
5/25/2017: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Rockland CareerCenter
5/25/2017: May Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
5/19/2017: More than 80 Employers Hiring at Bangor Area Job Fair on May 23
5/19/2017: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.0 Percent in April
5/16/2017: May 18 Rumford Area Job and Resource Fair hosts more than 20 Employers
5/11/2017: May 17 Info Session in Augusta on No-Cost HVAC Training Opportunity
5/2/2017: May Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
5/1/2017: May Programs for Job Seekers at the Machias CareerCenter
5/1/2017: May Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
5/1/2017: May Programs for Job Seekers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
4/26/2017: Lewiston CareerCenter Hosting Job Fair on May 1
4/26/2017: May Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
4/26/2017: May Programs for Job Seekers at the Rockland CareerCenter
4/21/2017: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.0 Percent in March
4/4/2017: April Programs for Job Seekers at the Tri-County CareerCenter in Bangor
4/3/2017: April Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
3/30/2017: April Programs for Job Seekers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
3/30/2017: April Programs for Job Seekers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
3/30/2017: April Programs for Job Seekers at the Machias and Calais CareerCenters
3/29/2017: April Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
3/29/2017: April Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
3/29/2017: April Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
3/28/2017: Maine Department of Labor Issues Annual Report on Drug Use in the Workplace
3/24/2017: Maine Department of Labor Notifies JobLink Account Holders of Hacking Incident
3/24/2017: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.2 Percent in February
3/22/2017: America’s JobLink (AJL) Data Incident
3/20/2017: 7th Annual York County Regional Job Fair Happens on April 5
3/17/2017: The latest employer update from the Maine Deaprtment of Labor is out! Wage and Hour Compliance, Maine-at-Work Initiative, Job Fair Season & more
3/13/2017: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.5 Percent in January
3/9/2017: Maine’s Private Sector Employment Reached New High in 2016
3/9/2017: Maine Department of Labor Announces Rulemaking regarding Employment Protections for Victims of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, or Stalking
3/7/2017: Up to 70 Employers Expected at March 21 Hiring Fair in Brunswick
3/3/2017: March Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
3/3/2017: March Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
3/3/2017: March Programs for Job Seekers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
3/3/2017: March Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
3/3/2017: March Programs for Job Seekers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
3/3/2017: Maine Employers and Job Seekers head to MAWI this Winter
3/2/2017: More than 195 Veterans Hired through Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign
2/21/2017: Augusta CareerCenter Hosting Job Fair on February 27
2/21/2017: Info Session for No-Cost CNA Training Program February 28 in Waterville
2/17/2017: Holiday Reminder: State Offices Closed on February 20
2/10/2017: February Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
2/9/2017: State Offices closed at noon today
2/9/2017: Augusta CareerCenter Temporarily Closed February 9 & 10
2/3/2017: Job Fair on February 9 at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
2/3/2017: February Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
2/3/2017: February Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
2/3/2017: February Programs for Job Seekers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
2/3/2017: February Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
2/3/2017: February Programs for Job Seekers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
2/3/2017: February Programs for Job Seekers at the Rockland CareerCenter
2/3/2017: February Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
2/3/2017: Lewiston-Auburn area Job Fair on February 6 hosts more than 20 Employers
1/24/2017: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.8 Percent in December
1/18/2017: Augusta CareerCenter Hosting Job fair on January 23
1/18/2017: Release of Maine Employment Data Rescheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 24
1/6/2017: Agricultural Career Fair to be held Wednesday during Maine Agricultural Trades Show
1/6/2017: Free Labor Posters Including the New Maine 2017 Minimum Wage Poster
12/28/2016: January Programs for Job Seekers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
12/22/2016: The latest Employer Update from the Maine Department of Labor: Minimum Wage, Marijuana, training help through Maine-at-Work & more
12/22/2016: Department of Labor Offering Workplace Safety Classes in January
12/22/2016: January Programs for Job Seekers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
12/22/2016: January Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
12/21/2016: January Programs for Job Seekers at the Rockland CareerCenter
12/21/2016: January Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
12/21/2016: January Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
12/21/2016: January Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
12/21/2016: January Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
12/16/2016: Maine Unemployment Rate 4.0 Percent in November
12/15/2016: New Minimum Wage and Overtime-Exempt Minimum Salary Take Effect in Maine Jan. 7
12/8/2016: Unemployment Claimants Reminded to File Online
12/2/2016: December Programs for Job Seekers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
11/28/2016: December Programs for Job Seekers and Employers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
11/23/2016: December Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
11/23/2016: December Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
11/23/2016: December Programs for Job Seekers at the Rockland CareerCenter
11/23/2016: December Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
11/18/2016: Maine Unemployment Rate 4.0 Percent in October
11/15/2016: Skowhegan CareerCenter Hosting Hiring Fair on November 17
10/31/2016: More than 60 Veterans Hired Half-Way through 2016 Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign
10/27/2016: November Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
10/27/2016: Employer 2017 Unemployment Contribution Schedule To Drop to Lowest Rate Since 2009
10/27/2016: November Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
10/27/2016: November Programs for Job Seekers at the Rockland CareerCenter
10/27/2016: November Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
10/27/2016: November Programs for Job Seekers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
10/27/2016: November Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
10/12/2016: Maine Department of Labor Announces Rulemaking to Conform to Federal Overtime Rule Changes
10/12/2016: Info Session for No-Cost CNA Training Program October 14 in Waterville
10/11/2016: Maine Department of Labor Receives Grant to Improve Employment Rates of Youth with Disabilities
10/7/2016: White Cane Awareness Day October 15
10/4/2016: Maine Department of Labor Fall 2016 Employer Update Now Available
9/30/2016: October Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
9/30/2016: October Programs for Job Seekers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
9/30/2016: October Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
9/29/2016: October Programs for Job Seekers at the Rockland CareerCenter
9/29/2016: October Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
9/29/2016: October Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
9/29/2016: R.H. Foster, the Hinckley Company and Goodwill Industries of Northern New England Earn Silver Collar Employer Award
9/22/2016: Business Forums During National Disability Employment Awareness Month Highlight Tapping a Broader Talent Pool
9/20/2016: Maine Unemployment Rate 4.0 Percent in August
9/19/2016: Scammer Posing as Texas Employer Attempts to Gain Personal Information from Job Seekers
9/14/2016: Unemployment System Maintenance Scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 25
9/12/2016: Department of Labor Publishes Maine Workforce Outlook to 2024
9/2/2016: 25th Annual Award Ceremony and Tea in Hall of Flags Sept. 15
9/1/2016: September Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
9/1/2016: September Programs for Job Seekers and Employers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
9/1/2016: September Hiring Events at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
8/29/2016: More than 100 Companies from around Maine Hiring Sept. 1 in Augusta
8/24/2016: September Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
8/24/2016: September Programs for Job Seekers at the Rockland CareerCenter
8/24/2016: September Programs for Job Seekers at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
8/24/2016: September Programs for Job Seekers at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
8/23/2016: 2016 Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign Launches September 1
8/19/2016: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.9 Percent in July
8/9/2016: Maine Department of Labor Urges Businesses to Ensure Safety Standards are Compliant
8/4/2016: John Feeney Appointed Director of the Bureau of Unemployment Compensation at Maine Department of Labor
8/4/2016: Wayfair Recruiting at Tri-County CareerCenter in Bangor on August 10
8/1/2016: Nominations Due August 26 for Senior-Friendly Businesses
7/29/2016: Lewiston Area Job Fair on August 1 Hosts more than 20 Employers
7/22/2016: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.7 Percent in June
7/21/2016: Reminder: Nominations Due for Senior-Friendly Businesses
7/21/2016: Brunswick Sewer District Receives SHAPE Award for Safety
7/15/2016: Maine Department of Labor's summer update e-newsletter for employers is now available.
7/6/2016: Department of Labor Launches Maine JobLink
6/29/2016: Department of Labor Readies for Major Upgrade to Maine Job Bank
6/28/2016: Five Persons Convicted of Unemployment Fraud
6/28/2016: Maine Department of Labor Seeks Comments on Eligible Training Provider List Policy
6/24/2016: Nominations Due for Senior-Friendly Businesses
6/23/2016: More than 20 Employers Hiring at June 27 Augusta Area Job Fair
6/22/2016: Rapid Response Session Scheduled for Employees Affected by Bugaboo Creek Closure
6/17/2016: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.5 Percent in May
6/14/2016: Maine Department of Labor Provides Public Comment to Secretary of State on Minimum Wage Ballot Question
6/2/2016: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Machias and Calais CareerCenters
6/1/2016: Lewiston Area Job Fair Hosts more than 30 Employers on June 6
6/1/2016: June Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
5/27/2016: Department of Labor Advises Unemployment Claimants of Upcoming Events Affecting Claims
5/27/2016: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
5/26/2016: Department of Labor Releases 2015 Job Vacancy Survey Results
5/26/2016: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Greater Portland CareerCenter
5/26/2016: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Augusta CareerCenter
5/25/2016: June 1 Greater Portland Job Fair Hosts 20 Employers
5/25/2016: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
5/25/2016: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
5/25/2016: June Programs at the Rockland CareerCenter
5/25/2016: June Programs at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
5/20/2016: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.4 Percent in April
5/19/2016: Notice of Rulemaking: Workplace Safety and Health Division
5/18/2016: Commissioner of Labor Statement on Federal Overtime Rules Changes
4/29/2016: Latest Employer Update E-Newsletter Available
3/14/2016: Maine Department of Labor Assisting Workers at Madison Paper
3/14/2016: Maine Unemployment Rate 3.8 Percent in January
3/7/2016: UPDATED: Maine Department of Labor Issues Annual Report on Drug Use in the Workplace
2/16/2016: Maine Department of Labor Issues Report on Maine’s Substance Abuse Workplace Testing Law
2/2/2016: Northport First Responders Receives SHAPE Award for Safety
2/1/2016: More than 250 Veterans Hired through Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign
1/29/2016: State Seeks Public Comments on Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Unified Plan
1/12/2016: Several Convicted of Unemployment Fraud as Year ends
1/10/2016: Jan. 10 System Upgrade Complete; Maine Job Bank and Unemployment Systems Available for Claim Filing
12/22/2015: Karen Fraser Named Director of the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services at Maine Department of Labor
12/22/2015: Department of Labor Issues Report on Maine’s Migrant Seasonal Farmworker Population
12/18/2015: Maine Unemployment Rate 4.1 Percent in November
12/11/2015: Fort Kent Fire and Rescue Receives SHAPE Award for Safety
12/11/2015: Dirigo Acetylene Manufacturing Plant of Maine Oxy in Auburn Earns Safety Award
11/25/2015: Employers Should Invest in Workplace Safety and Avoid OSHA’s 2016 Fine Increases
11/20/2015: Maine Unemployment Rate 4.3 Percent in October
11/6/2015: Veterans Update from the Maine Department of Labor Now Available
10/29/2015: Employer 2016 Unemployment Contribution Schedule To Drop to Lowest Rate Since 2009
10/28/2015: Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign More than Half-Way to Goals
10/28/2015: Employment Protections for Victims of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, or Stalking
10/15/2015: Department of Labor Posts Final in Series of Blogs on Results of 2014 Job Vacancy Survey
10/15/2015: Maine Department of Labor Issues Reminder about Laws that Go into Effect Oct. 15
10/13/2015: White Cane Awareness Day October 14
10/8/2015: Maine Department of Labor Offices Closed on Monday, Oct. 12
10/7/2015: Notice of Rulemaking: Competitive Skills Scholarship Program
9/28/2015: Record Hill Wind of Roxbury Earns Safety Award
9/18/2015: Maine Unemployment Rate 4.5 Percent in August
9/11/2015: Maibec Lumber USA of Ashland Earns Safety Award
9/9/2015: Videos Show Successful Journey of Vocational Rehabilitation Clients
9/3/2015: Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign Launches September 7
8/28/2015: Maine Labor Department Provides Public Comment to Proposed Changes to Federal Overtime Rule
8/27/2015: Annual Deaf Tea in Hall of Flags Sept. 17
8/24/2015: Jeanne St. Pierre Named Director of Legislative and Constituent Services at Maine Department of Labor
8/21/2015: Maine Unemployment Rate 4.6 Percent in July
8/20/2015: Maine Department of Labor Assisting Workers at Verso in Jay
8/13/2015: No-Cost Courses on Employment Law for Employers Offered This Fall
8/12/2015: Summer Interns Bring Enthusiasm to the Maine Department of Labor
7/15/2015: Initial Unemployment Claims at 30-Year Low, Continued Claims at 15-Year Low
7/14/2015: June/July Edition of the Employer Update Online
7/1/2015: Three Persons Convicted of Unemployment Fraud
6/19/2015: Maine Unemployment Rate 4.7 Percent in May
6/11/2015: Department of Labor Hosting Workgroup to Study Drug Testing and Impacts of Marijuana in the Workplace
5/27/2015: Maine Unemployment Rate 4.7 Percent in April
5/1/2015: Hartland Volunteer Fire Department Receives SHAPE Award for Safety
4/2/2015: Nominations Sought for Annual Deaf Culture Awards
3/20/2015: SFX America Earns Safety Award
2/19/2015: Safety Reminders for Snow Removal
2/13/2015: Department of Labor Posts Initial Results of Job Vacancy Survey
2/13/2015: Department of Labor Offices closed Monday, Feb. 16 in Observance of Presidents Day
2/4/2015: Unemployment System Upgrade Deploying Overnight February 4 and 5
2/2/2015: Most Maine Department of Labor Offices Closed; Expect Longer Wait Times for Unemployment Claims Calls
1/29/2015: Maine Department of Labor Advises Unemployment Claimants To Prepare for System Upgrade February 4 and 5
1/29/2015: Unemployment System Upgrade Delayed Until February 4 and 5
1/22/2015: Greater Portland CareerCenter Opens its Doors on January 26
1/19/2015: Department of Labor offices closed Monday, Jan. 19
1/16/2015: Maine Department of Labor Issues Results of Employer Survey on Drug-Testing Statute
1/13/2015: 2015 Prevailing Wage Rates in Construction Released by Department of Labor
1/2/2015: Unemployment Claimants Reminded to File Online to Avoid Long Wait Times on Phone
12/23/2014: Department of Labor and Verso Agree on Severance for Affected Workers
12/23/2014: Department of Labor Releases Report: Maine Workforce Outlook 2012 to 2022
12/19/2014: Maine Unemployment Rate 5.7 Percent in November
12/17/2014: Unemployment Claimants Reminded to File Online and Register with the Maine Job Bank
11/24/2014: New Videos Explain the Unemployment System
11/24/2014: New Healthcare Job Training Program Seeks Enrollees
11/24/2014: Department of Labor Announces Additional Openings for Competitive Skills Scholarship Program
11/20/2014: Notice of Rulemaking: Department of Labor and Maine Unemployment Insurance Commission Adopt Rule for Revised Work Search Requirements
11/7/2014: New Federal Injury Recordkeeping Rule to Affect Maine Employers on Jan. 1, 2015
11/7/2014: State Seeks Input on Vocational Rehabilitation Services for Visually Impaired or Blind Individuals
10/31/2014: Maine Department of Labor October/November Employer Update is Available
10/31/2014: New Veterans' Update from the Department of Labor
10/31/2014: Employer 2015 Unemployment Contribution Schedule Remains the Same
10/23/2014: Steel-Pro Earns Safety Award
10/23/2014: Job Fair in Lewiston on November 3
10/22/2014: Katahdin Health Care Earns Safety Award
10/22/2014: Augusta Area Job Fair to be Held October 27 at the CareerCenter
10/21/2014: Maine Unemployment Rate 5.8 Percent in September
10/13/2014: White House to Recognize Falmouth Resident for Leadership in Employing People with Disabilities in Maine
10/13/2014: More Than 8,400 Jobs Available This Month on the Maine Job Bank
10/10/2014: Strouts Point Wharf and Rumery’s Boat Yard Earn Safety Awards
10/10/2014: Disability Mentoring Day Highlights Opportunities for Students with Disabilities
10/9/2014: Department of Labor Update on Rapid Response Actions at Verso in Bucksport
10/7/2014: Departments of Labor and Veterans and Emergency Management Announce $2 Million Grant to Support Veterans in Partnership with Easter Seals Maine
10/6/2014: Cumberland County Man Pays Unemployment Fraud Restitution of $26K
10/3/2014: Maine Oxy and Davis Brothers Earn Safety Awards
10/3/2014: Human Resource Professionals Connect with State Labor Officials at Second HR Day
10/1/2014: Maine Department of Labor Assisting Workers at Verso in Bucksport
10/1/2014: October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month
9/29/2014: Portland CareerCenter Mini Job Fair on October 1
9/26/2014: Augusta Area Job Fair to be held September 29 at the CareerCenter
9/24/2014: Mid-Maine Technical Center Receives SHAPE Award for Safety
9/23/2014: Department of Labor adds additional HR Day for Human Resources Professionals on October 30, 2014
9/22/2014: Department of Labor Issues Report on Fatal Occupational Injuries in Maine
9/19/2014: Department of Labor Assists the Iris Network to Secure Funding for Training Center for Visually Impaired Individuals
9/17/2014: More than 8,000 Job Listings Available on the Maine Job Bank through Mid-September
9/15/2014: Department of Labor Launching Job Vacancy Survey
9/10/2014: Department of Labor Assisting Businesses, Workers Affected at Scarborough Commons
9/4/2014: Department of Labor Offering Workplace Safety Classes in September
9/3/2014: Job Fair in Lewiston on September 8
9/3/2014: September Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
8/29/2014: September Programs for Job Seekers at the Machias and Calais CareerCenters
8/29/2014: September Workshops at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
8/29/2014: September Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
8/29/2014: September Programs at the Rockland CareerCenter
8/29/2014: September Programs at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
8/26/2014: Sagadahoc County Man Convicted of Unemployment Fraud
8/18/2014: Maine Unemployment Rate 5.5 Percent in July
8/18/2014: Deadline extended: Maine Department of Labor Seeks Employer Feedback on Drug-Testing Statute
8/14/2014: Rapid Response Session Scheduled for Workers Affected by Old Town Fuel & Fiber Furlough
8/14/2014: Annual Deaf Culture Week Celebration and Award Ceremony
8/13/2014: Summer Interns Bring Enthusiasm to the Maine Department of Labor
8/13/2014: Notice of Rulemaking: DOL 12-597, “Rules Governing Implementation of the Trade Adjustment Assistance Program”
8/12/2014: Portland Man Sentenced to State Prison for Unemployment Fraud
8/11/2014: Maine Department of Labor Showcases New Data Dashboard on Post-College Employment
8/5/2014: Augusta Area Job Fair to be held August 25 at the CareerCenter
8/1/2014: Program That Prepares Students Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired for College Highlights Opportunity, Teaches Independence
7/30/2014: Department of Labor Offering Safety Classes for Employers in August
7/29/2014: August Programs for Job Seekers at the Machias and Calais CareerCenters
7/29/2014: Maine Department of Labor Proposes Rules Changes to Assist Students in Career and Technical Education Programs
7/29/2014: August Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
7/29/2014: August Workshops at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
7/29/2014: August Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
7/29/2014: August Workshops at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
7/29/2014: August Programs at the Rockland CareerCenter
7/29/2014: August Programs at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
7/29/2014: August Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
7/22/2014: Department of Labor Offering Recordkeeping Class for Employers in Westbrook on August 14
7/22/2014: Department of Labor Offering Classes for Employers in Bangor on July 31
7/22/2014: Blueberry Rakers’ Center to Open in Washington County
7/18/2014: Maine Unemployment Rate 5.5 Percent in June
7/17/2014: Augusta CareerCenter Resource Fair July 28
7/16/2014: Augusta IT Training Information Session July 29
7/11/2014: Department of Labor Assisting Helen’s Restaurant in Machias
7/9/2014: Maine CareerCenters Launch 'Success Story' Blog To Aid Job Seekers
7/8/2014: USDOL Awards Maine $819,433 for Meeting Workforce System and Adult Education Performance Goals
7/7/2014: USDOL Awards Maine $4.85 Million Grant to Expand Training for Jobs in Demand
7/3/2014: Notice: Billing error may affect some past and current claimants who owe the Department of Labor for overpayments
7/2/2014: Three Maine Businesses Recognized for Workplace Safety
6/30/2014: July and August Programs for Job Seekers at the Machias and Calais CareerCenters
6/27/2014: July Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
6/27/2014: Free Workplace Safety Training Courses in July
6/27/2014: July Programs at the Rockland CareerCenter
6/27/2014: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
6/27/2014: July Events at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
6/27/2014: July Programs at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
6/27/2014: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
6/27/2014: July Workshops at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
6/27/2014: Commissioner of Labor Releases Report of the Administration’s Actions on Unemployment Compensation Recommendations
6/20/2014: Maine Unemployment Rate 5.7 Percent in May
6/19/2014: Over 7,700 Job Listings Were Available on the Maine Job Bank through May
6/17/2014: Augusta Area Job Fair to be held June 30 at the CareerCenter
6/16/2014: Student Creates PSA Promoting Maine Job Bank
6/16/2014: Cumberland County Man Admits to Committing Unemployment Fraud
6/12/2014: Sunset of Additional Employment Week of 'Nonliability' for Unemployment Charges
6/11/2014: Maine Department of Labor May/June Employer Update Now Posted
6/11/2014: Summer Employment Tips for Minors
6/11/2014: Government Job and Resource Fair on June 17 in Augusta
6/9/2014: Vocational Rehabilitation for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Information Session
6/6/2014: Public Hearing June 18 on Draft State Plan for the Division of the Blind and Visually Impaired
6/6/2014: Free Courses on Employment Law for Employers
6/2/2014: Department of Labor Announces Dates of Competitive Skills Scholarship Program Application Period
5/30/2014: Free Workplace Safety Training Courses in June
5/30/2014: June Forums Assist Social Security Beneficiaries in Identifying Work Opportunities
5/30/2014: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Machias and Calais CareerCenters
5/30/2014: June Events at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
5/30/2014: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
5/30/2014: Nominations Sought for Annual Deaf Culture Awards
5/30/2014: June Workshops at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
5/30/2014: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
5/23/2014: 17th Annual Spring Career Fair to be held May 28 in Bangor
5/22/2014: Maine APSE and State Department of Labor to Host Conference Featuring National Experts
5/22/2014: Maine Commission for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Late Deafened Seeks New Members
5/22/2014: Rapid Response Session Scheduled for Workers Affected by the South Portland Newick's Lobster House Closing
5/21/2014: Spring Edition of Veterans Update Newsletter Available Online!
5/20/2014: Western Maine Community Job and Resource Fair May 22
5/20/2014: Portland Area Job Fair May 21 at the Portland CareerCenter
5/16/2014: Maine Unemployment Rate 5.7 Percent in April
5/15/2014: Deering Lumber Recognized for Workplace Safety
5/15/2014: Town of Fairfield Receives SHAPE Award for Safety
5/9/2014: Scammer Posing as Maine Employer Attempts to Gain Personal Information from Job Seekers
5/2/2014: Department of Labor Offering Classes for Employers in Machias and Presque Isle on May 8 and 9
5/1/2014: Somic America and Howard Tool Company Earn Safety Awards
5/1/2014: Department of Transportation Region 3 Becomes First State Agency to Earn Safety Award
5/1/2014: Free Workplace Safety Training Courses in May
5/1/2014: May Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
5/1/2014: May Programs for Job Seekers at the Washington County CareerCenters
4/28/2014: Workers' Memorial Day on April 28 Honors Those Who Have Died on the Job
4/28/2014: Maine's Job Bank Listing more than 8,000 Real, Local Jobs
4/28/2014: May Events at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
4/25/2014: Augusta Area Job Fair to be held April 28 at the CareerCenter
4/22/2014: Hiring Maine's Heroes Job Fair April 24 in Augusta
4/22/2014: South Paris Area Job Fair April 24
4/22/2014: Lincoln Area Spring Job Fair April 24
4/18/2014: Maine Unemployment Rate 5.9 Percent in March
4/16/2014: Maine's Job Bank Surpasses 7,500 Real, Local Jobs
4/15/2014: May Workshops at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
4/15/2014: May Programs at the Rockland CareerCenter
4/15/2014: May Programs at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
4/15/2014: May Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
4/14/2014: Center for Workforce Research and Information Publishes Healthcare Workforce Report
4/10/2014: Maine Department of Labor Launches Data Dashboard on Maine Workers with Disabilities
4/7/2014: Presque Isle Area Job Fair on April 9
4/7/2014: More Than 7,100 Real Jobs on Maine’s Job Bank
4/4/2014: April Programs at the Augusta CareerCenter
4/4/2014: Input Requested for Draft State Plan for the State Vocational Rehabilitation Services Program and State Plan Supplement for the State Supported Employment Services Program
4/3/2014: Spring Jobs Fairs Scheduled Around the State
4/2/2014: Commissioner of Labor Disappointed over Defeat of Youth Permit Bill
4/2/2014: Free Courses on Employment Law for Employers
4/2/2014: Androscoggin County Job Fair in Auburn on April 4
4/1/2014: Calais Area Job Fair April 17
4/1/2014: Maine Department of Labor Update for Employers Now Posted
4/1/2014: Maine Department of Labor and DHHS Collaborate on Welfare-to-Work Initiative
3/28/2014: Maine Unemployment Rate 6.1 Percent in February
3/25/2014: York County Job Fair in Springvale on March 28
3/24/2014: Four Maine Businesses Recognized for Workplace Safety
3/24/2014: 6,900 Jobs on Maine’s Job Bank
3/20/2014: Portland CareerCenter Participating in the Job Fair in Portland on March 25
3/20/2014: Jorge Acero Named State Monitor Advocate
3/18/2014: Job Fair in Ellsworth on March 20
3/17/2014: Maine Unemployment Rate 6.2 Percent in January
3/12/2014: Center for Workforce Research and Information Launches Blog
3/7/2014: March Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
3/7/2014: March Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
3/7/2014: Spring Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
3/7/2014: March Programs at the Rockland CareerCenter
3/7/2014: March Programs at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
3/7/2014: March Workshops at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
3/7/2014: Free Workplace Safety Training Courses in March
3/6/2014: Maine Department of Labor Submits Public Comment in Opposition to Proposed OSHA Regulation
3/3/2014: Maine Department of Labor Launches Economic Data App for Android
3/3/2014: Free Workshop Explains Starting a Business at Rockland CareerCenter
2/27/2014: Commissioner of Labor Receives USDOL Report on Maine’s Unemployment System
2/25/2014: Statement from Commissioner Paquette: Growing Medicaid Budget Forces Cuts That Prevent Mainers from Getting Trained for New Jobs
2/24/2014: Department of Labor Launches New System to Capture Unemployment Overpayments through Federal Income Tax Refunds
2/21/2014: Rapid Response Sessions Scheduled for Workers Affected by the Meat House Closures
2/19/2014: Job Fair in Bangor on February 20
2/13/2014: Notice for Individuals Who Have Not Received Their 1099 from Unemployment
2/13/2014: Bureau of Labor Standards Announces Staff Promotions in the Wage and Hour Division and the Workplace Safety and Health Division
2/12/2014: Peter Diplock New Manager of the Augusta CareerCenter
2/12/2014: Maine Department of Labor Urges Businesses To Ensure Safety Standards Are Compliant
2/7/2014: SafetyWorks! Offers Businesses Free Workplace Safety Training Courses in February
2/5/2014: February CareerCenter Programs for Job Seekers in Penobscot, Piscataquis and Hancock Counties
2/5/2014: February Programs for Job Seekers at the Machias and Calais CareerCenters
2/3/2014: February Programs at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter in Brunswick
2/3/2014: February Programs at the Rockland CareerCenter
1/31/2014: February Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
1/31/2014: February Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
1/31/2014: Skowhegan CareerCenter’s February Programs for Job Seekers
1/31/2014: Technology Mini Job Fair at the Augusta CareerCenter February 4 for Veterans and Public
1/31/2014: Job Fair on February 3 and Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
1/31/2014: February Workshops at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
1/31/2014: State Agencies and Service Organizations to Assist Veterans and Current Service Members in Obtaining Occupational Licenses and Securing a Job
1/28/2014: Maine Unemployment Rate 6.2 Percent in December
1/24/2014: Unemployment System Operational
1/24/2014: Elizabeth Wyman Named Chief Hearing Officer at Maine Department of Labor
1/23/2014: Unemployment Benefit Payment Delay
1/23/2014: Maine Department of Labor Submits Bills for 126th Legislature
1/10/2014: December/January edition of the Update for Employers from the Maine Department of Labor
1/9/2014: Services Available for Unemployment Claimants Via Internet and Telephone
1/8/2014: Maine Department of Labor Programs Accessible Via Social Media
1/7/2014: Multi-state Hearing Aid Cooperative Increases People Served
1/6/2014: January Programs for Job Seekers at the Machias and Calais CareerCenters
1/6/2014: Wilton CareerCenter Closed January 6, 2014
1/2/2014: January Workshops at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
1/2/2014: January Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
1/2/2014: January Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
1/2/2014: January Programs at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter in Brunswick
1/2/2014: January Programs at the Rockland CareerCenter
1/2/2014: Storm Closing of Some CareerCenters and State Offices
1/2/2014: January Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
1/2/2014: January Job Fair and Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
12/31/2013: File for Unemployment Online or Use the Automated Phone System
12/20/2013: Maine Unemployment Rate 6.4 Percent in November
12/12/2013: Unemployment Claimants Reminded to File Online
12/9/2013: Global Harmonization Training Deadline Reminder
12/9/2013: Businesses Should Take Precautions for Winter Safety
12/6/2013: JP Morgan Chase Informing 1,300 Maine Unemployment Claimants of Data Breach
12/4/2013: Public Comment Period Open for Proposed CSSP Rules Changes
11/25/2013: Cushing Fire Department Recognized for Workplace Safety
11/22/2013: Maine Unemployment Rate 6.7 Percent in October
11/21/2013: Extended Unemployment Benefits Scheduled To End December 28
11/19/2013: Department of Labor Issues Two Reports on Workplace Injuries
11/4/2013: Job Fair in Ellsworth on November 18
11/1/2013: Brunswick Career Fair November 13
11/1/2013: Hiring Our Heroes Job Fair in Portland November 14
10/31/2013: Employer 2014 Unemployment Contribution Schedule To Drop To Lowest Rate Since 2009
10/30/2013: Job and Resource Fair in Dover-Foxcroft on November 5
10/30/2013: Job Fair in Rumford on November 7
10/30/2013: Marden’s in Scarborough Recognized for Workplace Safety
10/28/2013: Job Fair in Bangor on October 29
10/21/2013: Media Advisory: Maine Employment Situation Press Release Date Changes
10/17/2013: Job Fair in Rockland October 22
10/11/2013: Free Courses on Employment Law for Employers
10/11/2013: White Cane Awareness Day October 15
10/10/2013: October Programs at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
10/10/2013: October Programs at Rockland CareerCenter
10/10/2013: October Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
10/10/2013: October CareerCenter Programs for Job Seekers in Penobscot, Piscataquis and Hancock Counties
10/9/2013: October Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
10/9/2013: October Programs for Job Seekers at the Portland CareerCenter
10/9/2013: October Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
10/9/2013: October Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
10/9/2013: October Workshops at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
10/9/2013: Maine Department of Labor Issues Reminder about Laws that Go into Effect Oct. 9
10/4/2013: State of Maine Waiver Request Request for Waiver of Requirement to Conduct Evaluation Studies of Workforce Investment Activities for Adults, Dislocated Workers, and Youth Posted for Public Comment
10/4/2013: State of Maine Waiver Request Waiver from the Requirement to Provide Incentive Grants to Local Areas Posted for Public Comment
10/4/2013: State of Maine Waiver Request Waiver from the Requirement to Prohibit the Use of Individual Training Accounts for Older and Out-of-School Youth Posted for Public Comment
10/4/2013: Maine Department of Labor Provides Guidance on Filing for Unemployment to Workers Affected by Federal Government Shutdown
10/4/2013: Professional Licensing Fair for Veterans in Portland on Oct. 8 Postponed
10/2/2013: Job Fair in Presque Isle on October 9
10/1/2013: Department of Labor Celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month
10/1/2013: Hiring Our Heroes Job Fair in Augusta
10/1/2013: SafetyWorks! Offers Free Training Tools for Employers
9/30/2013: Bison Pumps Recognized for Workplace Safety
9/30/2013: Job Fair in Lewiston on October 4
9/30/2013: October Forums Assist Social Security Beneficiaries in Identifying Work Opportunities
9/25/2013: Aroostook Man Convicted of Unemployment Fraud
9/20/2013: Maine Unemployment Rate 7.0 Percent in August
9/19/2013: Department of Labor Assisting Portland Businesses Affected by Fire
9/18/2013: Fraud Alert: Company claiming to hire laborers stealing debit card funds from ‘new hires’
9/16/2013: Hiring Our Heroes Job Fair in Lewiston
9/16/2013: Erda, Eastern Maine Medical Center and Mathews Brothers Win Silver Collar Awards
9/16/2013: Need a Speaker? Department of Labor Announces Speakers’ Bureau
9/13/2013: Annual Deaf Culture Week Celebration and Award Ceremony
9/3/2013: Computer Upgrade May Interrupt Unemployment System
8/26/2013: Fall Jobs Fairs Scheduled Around the State
8/23/2013: New Report Reveals How New Maine Businesses Fared during the Recession
8/23/2013: Job Fair in Lewiston on September 5
8/19/2013: Summer Interns Bring Enthusiasm to the Maine Department of Labor
8/19/2013: Maine Unemployment Rate 6.9 Percent in July
8/15/2013: Two County Employers Recognized for Workplace Safety
8/5/2013: Morris Yachts and Reed & Reed Recognized for Workplace Safety
8/5/2013: All Public and Private Sector Employers Must Train Staff in Global Harmonization
8/5/2013: August Programs for Job Seekers at the Bangor CareerCenter
8/5/2013: August Programs for Job Seekers at the Augusta CareerCenter
8/5/2013: August Workshops at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
8/2/2013: August Programs at Rockland CareerCenter
8/2/2013: August Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
8/2/2013: August Programs for Job Seekers at the Machias and Calais CareerCenters
8/2/2013: August Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
8/2/2013: August Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
8/2/2013: August Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
8/2/2013: August Programs for Job Seekers at the Portland CareerCenter
7/31/2013: August Programs at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
7/30/2013: Maine Department of Labor Schedules Blueberry Harvest Outreach Events
7/26/2013: Maine Prevailing Wage Data Now Available Online
7/22/2013: Cross Cafe Manager Named Employer of the Year
7/22/2013: Job Fair at the Maine Department of Health and Human Services July 30
7/19/2013: SafetyWorks! Helps Keep Natural Gas Pipeline Installation Moving
7/18/2013: Maine Unemployment Rate 6.8 Percent in June
7/17/2013: Nominations Due for Senior-Friendly Businesses
7/17/2013: Department of Labor Ready to Assist Rail Workers
7/16/2013: Department of Labor Issues Report on Report of Fatal Occupational Injuries in Maine
7/16/2013: Department of Labor Issues Report on Report of Fatal Occupational Injuries in Maine
7/15/2013: New Smart Phone App Helps Prevent Fall Injuries and Death
7/15/2013: Free Course on Labor Laws Related to Agricultural Workplaces
7/15/2013: State Launches New Online Reporting System for Businesses
7/8/2013: July Programs at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
7/2/2013: Blueberry Rakers’ Center Opens in Washington County
7/2/2013: Maine Metal Recycler Recognized for Workplace Safety
7/1/2013: Three Maine Businesses Recognized for Workplace Safety
6/26/2013: Sequestration and Falling Unemployment Rate Force Changes to Maine’s Extended Unemployment Compensation Program
6/26/2013: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Machias and Calais CareerCenters
6/25/2013: Health Care Workforce Grant Successfully Trains 1,000 Workers
6/25/2013: Commissioner of Labor Jeanne Paquette Recognizes Small Business Week
6/24/2013: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
6/24/2013: Nominations Open for Silver Collar Award
6/21/2013: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Portland CareerCenter
6/21/2013: July Programs at the Rockland CareerCenter
6/21/2013: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
6/21/2013: July Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
6/21/2013: July Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
6/21/2013: Free Workplace Labor Law Class Offered for Employers in York County
6/21/2013: Maine Unemployment Rate 6.8 Percent in May
6/19/2013: Free Course on Employment Law for Aroostook Employers
6/12/2013: Teen Work Permits Now Available for Download
6/10/2013: The Division for the Blind and Visually Impaired Seeks Input on 2014 State Plan
6/7/2013: Oakland’s Valley Distributors Recognized for Workplace Safety
6/3/2013: Education Forums Assist Social Security Beneficiaries in Identifying Work Opportunities
6/3/2013: Free Online Courses for Employers Launched
6/3/2013: June Workshops at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
6/3/2013: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
6/3/2013: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Portland CareerCenter
6/3/2013: June Programs at the Rockland CareerCenter
6/3/2013: June Events at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
6/3/2013: June Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
6/3/2013: June Programs at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
6/3/2013: June Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
5/20/2013: Job Fair at the Rockland CareerCenter May 28
5/20/2013: Free Courses on Employment Law for Employers Added Due to Popular Demand
5/17/2013: Maine Unemployment Rate 6.9 Percent
5/15/2013: New Report Describes the Graying of Maine’s Workforce
5/11/2013: Bangor CareerCenter Offers Programs for Job Seekers in May
5/11/2013: May Events at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
5/11/2013: May Programs at the Rockland CareerCenter
5/10/2013: May Workshops at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
5/10/2013: May Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
5/10/2013: May Programs at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter
5/10/2013: May Programs for Job Seekers at the Machias CareerCenter
5/10/2013: May Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
5/10/2013: May Programs for Job Seekers at the Portland CareerCenter
5/10/2013: Pittsfield Regional Job Fair on May 15
5/10/2013: 16th Annual Bangor Job Fair May 14
5/9/2013: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Recognizes Maine Department of Labor Staff
5/9/2013: Betsy Hopkins Named President-Elect of the Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation
5/9/2013: Department of Labor Launches New Website for Employers
5/7/2013: Job Fair for Veterans on May 9 in Wilton
5/1/2013: Free Courses on Employment Law for Employers
4/30/2013: Sequestration Forces Changes to Maine’s Extended Unemployment Compensation Program
4/26/2013: Machias Area Job Fair Scheduled for May 1
4/26/2013: Worker Memorial Day on April 28 Honors People Killed or Injured on the Job
4/26/2013: State Workforce Investment Board’s State Plan Approved by U.S. Department of Labor
4/22/2013: Reed & Reed Recognized for Workplace Safety
4/13/2013: April Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
4/13/2013: Spring into a New Career with Training at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
4/13/2013: Bangor CareerCenter Offers Programs for Job Seekers in April
4/13/2013: Spring Training Starts at the York County CareerCenter
4/13/2013: 65 Employers Hiring at York County Job Fair
4/8/2013: Worker Injury Data Now Available Online
4/8/2013: Input Sought on Bureau of Rehabilitation Service, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) 2013 State Plan
4/4/2013: Spring Career Fair in Presque Isle Features 30 Employers
4/3/2013: Spring Your Career Forward with the Wilton CareerCenter’s April Training Programs
4/3/2013: April Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
4/3/2013: April Programs at the Southern Midcoast CareerCenter in Brunswick
4/3/2013: April Programs for Job Seekers at the Rockland CareerCenter
4/3/2013: Spring into a New Job with the Portland CareerCenter’s April Programs
4/1/2013: Androscoggin County Holds Tenth Annual Job Fair
4/1/2013: Hancock County Job Fair Features 30 Employers
3/29/2013: Maine Unemployment Rate 7.3 Percent in February
3/26/2013: Calais Job Fair Features Two Dozen Employers
3/25/2013: Machias Area Job Fair March 27
3/21/2013: Work $mart Workshop to Help Women Veterans Get Good Paying Jobs
3/18/2013: Maine Unemployment Rate 7.3 Percent in January
3/15/2013: Augusta CareerCenter’s Hiring Maine’s Heroes Job Fair Targets Veterans
3/15/2013: Spring Jobs Fairs Scheduled Around the State: More Added
3/8/2013: South Thomaston Fire Department and the Town of Jay To Receive SHAPE Awards for Safety
3/7/2013: State Workforce Investment Board Posts Revisions to State Plan for Public Comment
3/5/2013: Maine Department of Labor Warns Citizens of Phone Phishing Scam
3/4/2013: March Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
3/1/2013: Lewiston CareerCenter’s March 4 Job Fair Targets Unemployed
3/1/2013: March Programs for Job Seekers at the Wilton CareerCenter
3/1/2013: March Programs for Job Seekers at the Skowhegan CareerCenter
3/1/2013: March Programs for Job Seekers at the Portland CareerCenter
2/28/2013: March Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
2/28/2013: Education Forums Highlight Work Opportunities for Social Security Beneficiaries
2/26/2013: Important Changes to the Unemployment Claims Telephone Filing System
2/11/2013: Maine Employers Should Take Advantage of Tax Credits When Hiring in 2013
2/8/2013: Workshop Educates Municipalities about ADA Responsibilities
2/8/2013: February Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
2/8/2013: February Events at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
2/8/2013: Snow Removal Safety Tips
1/28/2013: Public Comment Period for State Workforce Plan Ends Tuesday
1/24/2013: Pamela Taylor Appointed Director of the Bureau of Labor Standards at Maine Department of Labor
1/19/2013: Video Explains the Need to Revamp Maine’s Workforce Training System
1/19/2013: State Workforce Investment Board Posts State Plan for Public Comment
1/18/2013: It’s a Good Time To Update Labor Law Posters
1/18/2013: Maine Unemployment Rate 7.3 Percent in December
1/14/2013: Labor Mural Unveiled at the Maine State Museum
1/2/2013: Dawn Self-Cooper Named Manager of the York County CareerCenter
12/31/2012: January Job Fairs Target Unemployed and Veterans
12/31/2012: January Programs for Jobseekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
12/28/2012: January Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
12/28/2012: Five Municipal Departments Recognized for Workplace Safety
12/21/2012: New Employment Standard Goes into Effect Dec. 31, 2012
12/21/2012: New Employment Standard Goes into Effect Dec. 31, 2012
12/21/2012: Maine Unemployment Rate 7.2 Percent in November
12/17/2012: Unemployment Claimants Reminded to File Online
12/7/2012: CareerCenters See Rise in Number of Job Postings
12/3/2012: December Events at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
12/3/2012: December Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
12/3/2012: Education Forums Highlight Work Opportunities for Social Security Beneficiaries
12/3/2012: Six Maine Businesses Recognized for Workplace Safety
11/20/2012: Maine Unemployment Rate 7.4 Percent in October
11/20/2012: Unemployment Insurance Scam Spreads to Maine
11/13/2012: Maine Department of Labor Warns Employers of Unemployment Insurance Scam
11/9/2012: New Maine Program Receives National Recognition
11/9/2012: Bangor CareerCenter Will Open on November 12 to Assist NexxLinx Applicants
11/8/2012: Two Convicted of Unemployment Fraud
11/6/2012: File Claims Online or by Phone During Veterans Day Holiday Observance
11/2/2012: Health Care Grant Doubles Predicted Number of Workers Assisted
10/30/2012: Maine’s Unemployment System Receives More Than $10 Million in Grant Monies from the US Department of Labor
10/29/2012: Nov. 14: Hiring Maine’s Heroes Job Fair and Expo in Brunswick
10/29/2012: November Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
10/29/2012: November Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
10/25/2012: Payroll Figures Presented to the Consensus Economic Forecasting Commission Indicate New Job Growth
10/17/2012: Richard Freund Appointed Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Labor
10/11/2012: Fall Career Fair in Presque Isle Features Dozens of Employers
10/10/2012: Job Fairs Effective at Putting People to Work
10/4/2012: October Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
10/1/2012: Fall Career Fair in Bangor Features more than 60 Employers
9/28/2012: “Snapshot” Offers Insight on Maine Workers with Disabilities
9/27/2012: October Events at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
9/25/2012: Kevin Healey Appointed Vice Chair of the State Workforce Investment Board
9/25/2012: Fall Prevention Week To Feature Free Training Sessions
9/21/2012: Maine Unemployment Rate 7.6 Percent in August
9/17/2012: State Submits Workforce Investment Act State Plan and State Workforce Investment Board Waiver Request to U.S. Department of Labor
9/13/2012: Annual Deaf Culture Week Celebration and Award Ceremony
9/12/2012: Fall Job Fair in Lewiston Features 30 Employers
9/6/2012: September Events at the Presque Isle CareerCenter
9/6/2012: September Programs for Job Seekers at the York County CareerCenter
9/6/2012: September Programs for Job Seekers at the Lewiston CareerCenter
9/4/2012: Education Forums Highlight Work Opportunities for Social Security Beneficiaries
8/30/2012: Report Reveals Changing Nature of Maine’s Manufacturing Sector
8/17/2012: State Workforce Investment Board Solicits Input on 2012 WIA State Strategic Plan
8/17/2012: Maine Unemployment Rate 7.6 Percent
8/14/2012: Input Sought on Wagner-Peyser Agricultural Outreach Plan for 2012-2013
8/10/2012: Maine Department of Labor Issues Report on 2011 Violence Against Caregivers
8/8/2012: Gov. LePage Announces Resignation of Commissioner of Labor Winglass
8/8/2012: Blueberry Rakers’ Center Opens in Washington County
8/6/2012: Lewiston CareerCenter August Programs to Include Cianbro Job Fair
8/3/2012: Maine Department of Labor Warns Veterans of Scam
8/1/2012: New Smart Phone App Helps Keep Workers Safer in Hot Weather
8/1/2012: August Programs for Job Seekers from the York County CareerCenter
7/20/2012: Maine Unemployment Rate 7.5 Percent
7/2/2012: SafetyWorks! Training Institute Wins OSCAR Award
6/29/2012: SafetyWorks! Consultation Program for Private Businesses Earns Praise
6/29/2012: Lewiston CareerCenter Wins Award for Service to Lewiston and Auburn
6/29/2012: Job Fair July 9 at CareerCenter in Lewiston
6/21/2012: National Employment Experts Address the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services’ Statewide Training Event
6/21/2012: Labor Commissioner Visits Somerset and Penobscot County Employers
6/13/2012: Veterans Benefits Workshop Offered in Presque Isle
6/12/2012: Human Resource Professionals Connect at the Department of Labor for the First Time
6/4/2012: New Unemployment Option Helps Keep Workers on the Job
6/1/2012: Education Forums Highlight Work Opportunities for Social Security Beneficiaries
5/29/2012: Programs Help Maine’s Veterans Find Jobs
5/24/2012: Input Sought on Bureau of Rehabilitation DBVI 2013 State Plan
4/13/2012: Many Flags/One Campus Model Receives Endorsement of Maine State Workforce Investment Board (SWIB)
4/13/2012: Southern Maine Employers Recruit for Job Openings at April 20 Job Fair
4/12/2012: Governor LePage Signs Bill to Reform Unemployment Program and Prevent Fraud
4/10/2012: First Lady Briefed on Veterans’ Career Services and Employment Trends
4/9/2012: Input Sought on Bureau of Rehabilitation DVR 2012 State Plan
4/9/2012: Maine’s Workforce Investment Act Strategic Plan Modification for the period of July 1, 2012 – December 31, 2012
4/6/2012: Governor Meets with Jobs Panel on Workforce Training Efforts
3/26/2012: Maine Efforts on Unemployment Program Integrity Cited as Best Practice
3/21/2012: Notice of Waiver Request for WIA Employer Training Funds
3/13/2012: Group Explores Training Options to Address Logger Shortage
3/2/2012: State Workshop Helps Small Businesses Comply with New Federal ADA Regulations
3/2/2012: Job Fair to Help Southern Maine Employers Recruit Workers
3/1/2012: Business Conference to Highlight Disability Employment Model
3/1/2012: Education Forums Highlight Work Opportunities for Social Security Beneficiaries
2/29/2012: Workplace Safety Symposium Planned in Aroostook County
2/15/2012: Labor Commissioner to Tour Hancock County Businesses and Discuss Job Creation
2/3/2012: Governor Proposes Reforms to Job Training Programs
2/2/2012: Improving Unemployment Rate Means Fewer Weeks of Federal Jobless Benefits in Maine
1/31/2012: Labor Commissioner Visits Capitol Clubhouse to Discuss Job Services for People with Mental Illness
1/11/2012: State Launches New Safety Training Center for Maine Workers
1/11/2012: 2012 Prevailing Wage Rates for Construction Published
12/23/2011: Federal Unemployment Programs Extended for Two Months
12/22/2011: Governor’s Pilot Program Helps Lewiston Employer Meet Workforce Needs
12/14/2011: Maine State Workforce Investment Board to Focus on Job Training and Careers for Maine People
11/14/2011: Market Decisions will be conducting a customer satisfaction survey of individuals served by DVR
8/24/2011: Free Fall Protection Course Targets Roofing and Residential Contractors
5/23/2011: DVR State Rehabilitation Meeting date changed to June 23, 2011
4/20/2011: Governor Recognizes Cianbro for Commitment to Workplace Safety
4/20/2011: March Unemployment Rate 7.6 Percent
4/11/2011: Public Comment Sought on 2012 DRAFT Vocational Rehabilitation State Plan
12/17/2010: Federal Unemployment Extensions to Benefit Maine Workers
12/8/2010: Public Hearing Scheduled on Alleged Employer Violations of Maine Laws Regarding Employment of Foreign Logging Workers
11/16/2010: Update on Expiration of Federally-funded Unemployment Extensions
8/27/2010: Report Profiles Occupational Trends in Health Care Sector
7/27/2010: Maine Department of Labor Phasing-out Paper Unemployment Checks
7/22/2010: Unemployment Bill to Benefit Thousands of Laid-off Maine Workers
7/12/2010: 2010 Labor Law Update
6/11/2010: Employment for ME redesigned
5/27/2010: Legislation Removes Vacation Pay Penalty on Unemployment Eligibility
5/17/2010: Nominations Sought for Senior Friendly Employers
5/14/2010: Request for Proposals on BRS Case Management System
4/30/2010: CareerCenter Launches New Website
4/28/2010: Fort Kent Logger Forum Scheduled for May 7
4/16/2010: Federal Unemployment Extension Programs to Continue Through June 2, 2010
4/5/2010: Input Sought on Bureau of Rehabilitation DVR 2011 State Plan
4/5/2010: Input Sought on Changes to Bureau of Rehabilitation Services Rules
3/25/2010: State Independent Living Council Seeking Input for State Plan
3/11/2010: Apprenticeship Participation Continues Growth in 2009
2/25/2010: Governor Recognizes Reed & Reed for Commitment to Workplace Safety
2/12/2010: Maine Receives Health Care Workforce Grant
2/11/2010: Report Examines Scope of Green Economy in Maine
2/9/2010: Regional Forums Highlight Safety Services and Regulations for Municipal Officials
2/1/2010: Union Membership Dips in 2009
2/1/2010: Livable Wage Report Released
1/28/2010: US Department of Labor’s OSHA Proposes Recordkeeping Change to Improve Illness Data
1/19/2010: 2010 Prevailing Wage Rates Set
1/11/2010: SafetyWorks! Announces 2010 Safety and Health Class Schedule
1/7/2010: Duplicate Benefits Sent to Some Unemployed Workers
1/1/2010: New DVR Rules Effective January 1, 2010
12/21/2009: Thousands to Benefit from Latest Unemployment Extension
11/30/2009: Maine Unemployment Trust Fund Stable, Despite Recession
11/24/2009: Federal Report Finds Under-reporting in U.S. Workplace Injuries and Illnesses
11/18/2009: Public Comment Sought on Proposed Logging Rules
11/13/2009: Logging Firms Cited for Employment Practices
11/13/2009: Research Brief Outlines Economic Benefits of Unemployment
11/9/2009: New Unemployment Extension Approved for Workers Hit by Recession
10/16/2009: OSHA announces national emphasis program on recordkeeping
10/16/2009: MDOL vies for Federal Grant
10/16/2009: Maine Job Bank Outreach Yields More Job Postings
10/8/2009: North Star Alliance Initiative
10/8/2009: National Emergency Grant
10/8/2009: Recovery Act Funds Update
10/8/2009: Domestic Violence in the Workplace
10/1/2009: Commissioner Fortman named Treasurer of NASWA
10/1/2009: National Emergency Grants
10/1/2009: National Disability Employment Awareness Month
10/1/2009: Maine Minimum Wage Increases to $7.50 October 1, 2009
9/29/2009: Maine’s Workforce Investment Act Strategic Plan Modification July 1, 2009 – June 30, 2010
9/25/2009: Job Vacancy Survey Started
9/24/2009: Reny’s Receives Older Worker Award
9/24/2009: Deaf Culture Celebrated at State House
9/23/2009: Veterans Receive Priority Service for Training and Employment Services
9/23/2009: Bureau of Rehabilitation Services Announces Public Hearing on Rule Changes
9/22/2009: 2009 Labor Law Update
9/11/2009: SafetyWorks! Adds More Videos to Free Lending Library
9/7/2009: Labor Day Remarks by Maine Labor Commissioner Laura Fortman
8/28/2009: Education Workshops Help Workers Get Credit for Prior Learning
8/26/2009: Spanish Employee Rights Guide Available
8/26/2009: Brunswick Man Elected Vice-chair of National Workforce Panel
8/26/2009: Apprenticeship Featured in HR Magazine
8/13/2009: Feedback Sought on Online Learning Portal
8/10/2009: Forum Helps Coordinate State Efforts on Green Jobs Grants
8/4/2009: Workshops Highlight College Options for Unemployed Workers
8/3/2009: Blueberry Rakers’ Center Opens in Washington County
7/29/2009: U.S. Labor Department Announces Release of $28.2 Million in Unemployment Insurance Modernization Incentive Funds to Maine
7/28/2009: New Federal Website Highlights Workforce Resources for People With Disabilities
7/27/2009: Federal Government to Audit Logging Companies in Northern Maine
7/27/2009: New Workforce Panel Focuses on Veterans’ Employment
7/27/2009: Recovery Funds Target Green Jobs
7/24/2009: Federal Minimum Wage Increases
7/23/2009: State Files Complaints, Addresses Loggers’ Concerns in Northern Maine
7/7/2009: Task Force to Investigate Logger Contracting in Northern Maine
5/14/2009: Feedback Sought on Services for Blind and Visually Impaired
5/13/2009: Input sought on Bureau of Rehabilitation DVR State Plan 2010
5/5/2009: Lewiston CareerCenter Focuses on Skilled Trades
4/28/2009: U.S. Labor Department's OSHA joins with Maine Labor Department and Maine Labor Group on Health to promote worker safety and health
4/24/2009: Public Comment Sought on WIA Strategic Plan Modification
4/23/2009: Forum Highlights Migrant and Seasonal Worker Issues
4/16/2009: Governor Signs Bill to Help Laid-off Workers
4/15/2009: Workshop Helps Improve Small Business Safety Services
4/13/2009: Lewiston CareerCenter Workshops Highlight Industry Employment Options
4/12/2009: Forum Looks at Youth Related Recovery Funds
3/24/2009: Certification Course Targets New Construction Jobs
3/22/2009: Small Business Safety Class Offered
3/20/2009: Study to Look at Impact of Lean on Workplace Safety
3/3/2009: Disabilities and Employment Trends Tracked
3/1/2009: Law Changes Make Unemployment Checks Stretch Further
2/27/2009: Maine Jobs Council Updated on Economic Recovery Bill
2/20/2009: Workers’ Comp Report Outlines Department of Labor's Safety Efforts
2/19/2009: CareerCenter Services Offered Again in Ellsworth
2/5/2009: The Bureau of Rehabilitation Services releases Highlights 2007-2008.
1/30/2009: U.S. Union Membership Grows in 2008
1/29/2009: Transition Program Helps Veterans Reenter Civilian Life
12/19/2008: CareerCenter Launches New Online Service to Connect Jobseekers and Employers
10/16/2008: Saco Vocational Rehabilitation Moves to Portland
9/22/2008: Maine Minimum Wage Increases October 1
9/4/2008: Former Great Eastern Mussel Farm Workers Eligible for Trade Benefits
8/22/2008: Maine Department of Labor Proposed Rules on Occupational Safety and Health Standards For Public Safety Diving
7/25/2008: Author to Discuss Working Lives of Textile Mill Workers - August 7, University of Maine in Augusta
7/25/2008: Business Visitation Report on Gardiner Downtown District
7/2/2008: 2008 Labor Law Changes
7/1/2008: Emergency Unemployment Extension to Help Laid-off Maine Workers
6/11/2008: State Files Offer of Judgment with Richardson Hollow for Unpaid Wage Violations
6/6/2008: Labor Commissioner Issues Reminder on Child Labor Laws
5/29/2008: Public Input Sought on Services for people who are Blind and Visually Impaired
5/28/2008: Safety Partnership Developed for Brewer Development Site
5/27/2008: Machias CareerCenter Employee Recognized for Service to Youth
5/26/2008: Tech School Honors CareerCenter Staff
5/14/2008: SafetyWorks! Program Assists in Flood Recovery Effort
5/14/2008: Maine Receives Disaster Unemployment Assistance for Aroostook County
5/5/2008: Class Helps Educators Teach Safety in the Classroom
5/1/2008: Public Feedback Sought on 2009 Vocational Rehabilitation Plan
5/1/2008: Disability and Employment Committee Reviews Accomplishments, Sets Goals
4/30/2008: CareerCenter Employee Honored by Veterans’ Group
4/30/2008: Governor Issues Flood Safety Advisory
4/29/2008: Apprenticeship Highlighted at JMG Career Day
4/18/2008: Deafness Advisory Council Sets Five Year Plan
4/18/2008: CareerCenter Partners in Transition Workshop for Retiring Vets
4/17/2008: SafetyWorks! Class Looks at Lessons Learned from Costly Workers' Compensation Cases
4/1/2008: Maine Jobs Council Releases Report on Maine Women’s Earnings
3/28/2008: Conference Highlights Role of Foreign Born Workers in Maine Economy
3/20/2008: Jotul Recognized for Commitment to Workplace Safety
3/17/2008: CareerCenters Prepare For Spring Job Fairs
3/14/2008: Wilton Workshops Highlight Nontraditional Jobs for Women
3/13/2008: Federal Fiscal Year 2008 State Plan for Maine's General VR Services Program
3/13/2008: Transition Fairs Target At Risk Students
3/4/2008: Public Comment Sought on Services for Blind and Visually Impaired
2/5/2008: Occupational Safety and Health Data Collection and Injury Prevention Work Group 2008 Report to the Maine Legislature
1/18/2008: Augusta CareerCenter Relocates
1/15/2008: Task Force Makes Recommendations on Service Animals
1/15/2008: Public/Private Partnership Improves Safety at Hollywood Slots Construction Site
11/16/2007: Governor Honors People Who Help Veterans Get Jobs
9/28/2007: Maine's Best Older Worker Employers Recognized
9/27/2007: Maine Minimum Wage Increases
9/27/2007: 2007 Updates to Maine Labor Laws
9/21/2007: CareerCenter Offers Free Computer Training to Older Workers
9/20/2007: Sixteenth Annual Deaf Culture Week Celebration Honors Maine Senate President Beth Edmonds
9/6/2007: LMIS Becomes the Center for Workforce Research and Information
9/3/2007: Labor Day Comments from Maine Labor Commissioner, Laura Fortman
9/1/2007: Van Safety Training Available on SafetyWorks! Website
8/6/2007: Report Offers Profile of Older Workers in Maine
8/3/2007: New Mapping Tool IDs Maine Commuting Patterns
7/10/2007: Maine Department of Labor Encourages Employers to Take Steps to Protect Young Workers
7/2/2007: Fortman Commends National Lifelong Learning Accounts Legislation
6/26/2007: Maine Department of Labor Reminds Loggers of Recent Law Change on Bond Workers
4/15/2007: Maine Personal Income Rises in 2006
4/14/2007: Registered Nurses in Short Supply
1/31/2007: Legislative Report on Independent Contractors
12/29/2006: Direct Deposit and Online Account Information Now Offered for Maine Unemployment Claimants
10/13/2006: Governor Proclaims October as Disability Employment Awareness
10/6/2006: Maine Jobs Council Releases Report on Maine Women’s Earnings
9/26/2006: Maine Minimum Wage Increases October 1, 2006
6/15/2006: All Georgia Pacific Workers at Old Town Mill Certified for Trade Benefits
12/30/2005: Online Service Allows for Internet Filing of Weekly Unemployment Claims
11/17/2005: New CareerCenter Opens in Rockland
9/21/2005: State Minimum Wage Increases October 1
5/31/2005: Maine Receives Grants from U.S. Department of Labor and Ford Foundation for Worker Training Initiative
5/6/2005: Department of Labor Report Highlights the Changing Maine Workforce
1/1/2005: Injury Rates Rising for Health Care Workers

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