Free at-home COVID tests will again be available by mail

Orders can be placed at COVIDTests.gov starting Sept. 25, and the no-cost tests will be delivered for free by the United States Postal Service.

The Maine Millennial: COVID hits some of us harder than others

I could take time off from my job to recover without forgoing pay. Millions aren’t so fortunate.

COVID-19 infection figures are lower than a year ago

New COVID-19 vaccines arrive in Maine, but supplies will grow next week

The vaccine is recommended for everyone ages 6 months and older and some pharmacies are offering limited appointments for the shots.

There’s no sign of widespread COVID-19 mandates, but Republicans are warning of them anyway

While some individual schools and colleges have implemented temporary mask requirements, federal and state leaders don't appear to be considering widespread COVID-19 restrictions with the pandemic over.

New COVID-19 vaccines are on the way. When will they be available and who should get them?

Federal regulators approved the latest COVID-19 vaccine this week, and shots are expected to be available within days.

CDC panel recommends updated COVID vaccines. Shots could be ready this week

Experts worry that immunity from previous vaccinations and infections is fading in many people, and a new shot would save many lives.

New Jersey failed veterans in state-run homes hit by dozens of COVID-19 deaths, federal report says

A scathing federal report has found New Jersey's two state-run veterans homes were unprepared to keep residents safe during the COVID-19 outbreak, violating their constitutional rights to reasonable care while in state custody.

First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID, but president’s results negative so far

COVID-19 infections rise in Maine, and wastewater testing indicates more to come

Hospitalizations remain flat for now but are expected to increase this fall and winter.