Mainebiz

W W W. M A I N E B I Z . B I Z 7 M AY 5 , 2 0 2 0 social distancing procedures. While the limited service is in effect during the pandemic, all bus fares will remain free. e agency suspended opera- tions March 31 after the transit agency learned of the infected employees and immediately pulled all its buses off the road. Quarantining of the employ- ees and others who might have been exposed "has decimated our driver pool in short order," it said at the time, and imposed the shutdown through April 30. Other Maine transit agencies are also making changes in response to the coronavirus crisis. Maine farmers markets' reopen, but with social distancing and other precautions — Just the beginning Belfast council wants state to get moving on Nordic Aquafarms application — A much-needed project for the coming economic recovery After financing frenzy, Maine lenders launch second round of small-biz bailout loans — Still companies left to the wayside, but help for many Caribou considers its own stimulus package for employees, local businesses — One of the numerous small efforts that have added up to something big MEREDA postpones annual gala, for a second time — As with so many events, a smart decision that is nonetheless disappointing Banking roundup: mixed financial results for 2020's first quarter — A story we'll keep an eye on this year Maine State Music Theatre cancels season; performing groups adapt to new normal — A particularly hard hit sector Maine's unemployment rate stays flat, for now — March was likely the end of what had been a historic stretch of low unemployment C R E D I T S & D E B I T S Promote your business webinar online by registering for free at Mainebiz.biz and completing the form at mainebiz.biz/post-an-event. Events will be edited as needed by Mainebiz staff, and then posted online. Need help marketing your webinar? Let us help you reach your target audience! LIST YOUR WEBINAR ON OUR BUSINESS CALENDAR MAINEBIZ.BIZ/POST-AN-EVENT

• Cover