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A lobster rears its claws after being caught off Spruce Head, Maine, Aug. 31, 2021. China is showing no signs of slowing its demand for American lobster this year despite disruption to the supply chain and international trade caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The lobsters are especially sought after in winter because they are a popular delicacy on Chinese New Year, which is Feb. 1 this year. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty, File)

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Pandemic hasn't slowed China's love for US lobster
By PATRICK WHITTLE - Associated Press
Mon,01/17/22-7:30AM , 480 Reads
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — China is showing no signs of slowing its demand for American lobster this year despite disruption to the supply chain and international trade caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
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Daniel DiDonato, a deliveryman for Heatable, brings heating oil to a home in Lewiston, Maine, Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021. The amount of aid available to residents of cold weather states for heating costs has increased, but it's unlikely to plug the gap caused by higher energy costs. President Joe Biden's push for more could fall prey to partisan politics. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)

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For states with cold winters: More aid but also rising costs
By PATRICK WHITTLE - Associated Press
Thu,12/30/21-6:22AM , 361 Reads
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Raymond Archer was on the verge of losing his home during the cold Maine winter last year when government assistance came to the rescue, and he's prepared for this season to be even more difficult.
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