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Last update: 6 hours agoWorkplace tragedy: Robbins Lumber in Searsmont is reeling after a silo fire turned into a deadly explosion, killing one firefighter and sending at least 10 others to hospitals in serious or critical condition as crews from dozens of departments kept fighting flames late into the day. Safety scrutiny: Investigators are now looking into what caused the blast, with the response also drawing in state fire officials plus federal partners including OSHA and ATF. Local economy at stake: The mill—operating since 1881 and a major Midcoast employer—has temporarily shut down, with family leaders saying “buildings can be replaced, people cannot.” Policy ripple: The week also kept Maine’s attention on affordability and regulation, from building-code debates aimed at cheaper housing to a free employer webinar on juggling Maine’s paid leave rules. Crypto pressure: Separately, Bitcoin Depot says “substantial doubt” exists about its future as lawsuits and state restrictions tighten around crypto ATMs.
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