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Coronavirus

Published
May 6, 2021

Young people making up bigger share of COVID-19 cases in Maine

More than 70% of the new cases were in people younger than 40, reflecting the lower vaccination rate among younger Mainers.
Published
May 6, 2021

Commentary: National Nurses Day cause for celebration – and action

Through a workforce shortage and COVID, Maine’s nurses have guaranteed high-quality care to their patients. Thank them – and encourage others to join their ranks.
Published
May 5, 2021

University of Maine at Augusta celebrates two graduations virtually

The global pandemic canceled the University of Maine at Augusta's commencement a year ago, but on Saturday both the 2020 and 2021 commencements celebrated the accomplishments of the graduates through a streamed event.
Published
May 5, 2021

COVID’s toll on U.S. projected to drop sharply by the end of July

But experts also warn of a jump in hospitalizations and deaths if unvaccinated people do not follow basic precautions such as wearing a mask and keeping their distance from others.
Published
May 5, 2021

Canada OKs Pfizer vaccine for ages 12 and older

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is expected to follow suit by next week, setting up shots for many before the beginning of the next school year.

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Published
May 5, 2021

Liz Soares: Personal discovery through pandemic cleaning

There was a reason for my newfound minimalism, writes Liz Soares — uncertainty.
Published
May 5, 2021

No increase in vaccine shipments as Maine reports more variants and hospitalizations

Cases remain elevated in Maine and state health officials now say that anyone 16 or older is eligible for vaccination, regardless of their state of residency.
Published
May 4, 2021

Maine tourism shrank 27% last year, hampered by pandemic restrictions

Though visits and spending plunged, the decline wasn't as bad as many feared, and relaxed travel and business rules bode well for the industry this summer.
Published
May 4, 2021

Kennebec County eyes how its offices will reopen to the public

In the short term, both the Kennebec County District Attorney's Office and the Probate Court are working out how members of the public will access their offices in the historic Kennebec County courthouse.
Published
May 4, 2021

Richmond presenting $2.58 million budget to voters

The town is proposing an 8.8% spending increase, with a 4.33% rise in the amount to be raised by taxes, that will be decided by voters at its June 8 Town Meeting.