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On Nov. 22, 2016, a federal judge in Texas issued a preliminary injunction, halting the enforcement of the Department of Labor’s (DOL) new overtime rule until further notice.

Fourteen-year-old Charlie Spinney of Kennebunk, a freshman at Kennebunk High School, started lobstering out of Kennebunkport this past May.

Throughout the year, the IFOB highlights a family business on the web, in social media and various websites culminating in an event held at the company’s location.

OSHA and the Department of Transportation (DOT) have separate requirements for labeling hazardous chemicals, which can make it difficult to know how containers should be labeled.

Earlier this year, OSHA issued a final rule that will require some employers to electronically submit data from their injury and illness records to OSHA, so they can then be posted on the agency’s website.

Chalmers Financial Services, part of the Chalmers Insurance Group, strengthens resources with the addition of Dean DeMario, Director of Business Development for Group Benefits.

Presented by the Institute for Family-Owned Business (IFOB) in partnership with law firm Verrill Dana, the awards recognize exemplary Maine firms that demonstrate excellence in family involvement, business success, and commitment to employees, customers and community.

Bruce Chalmers is truly honored to be the 2016 recipient of the Ray T. MacDonald Award.

As a thank you for Bill's service, Bridgton Academy has changed the name to Chalmers Ice Arena. Bruce and Bill were honored to accept the name change at the Bridgton Academy Commencement.

Jim Croft, Chalmers Insurance Group Benefits Division, was awarded the J. Putnam Stevens Award at the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors of Maine Annual Dinner.