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Coronavirus

Published
February 8, 2021

More renters seek help as relief program struggles to keep up

The state reports there are 2,000 rent relief applications filed before Dec. 31 still being processed, and renters say they are running out of savings.
Published
February 7, 2021

Androscoggin County Commission chair closes meetings to public

Chairwoman Sally Christner released a statement that only commissioners and county employees would be allowed to attend commissioner meetings, citing "space constraints."
Published
February 7, 2021

Turnout light at annual Vassalboro Ice Fishing Derby

Vassalboro Business Association organizers said the raffle sold out, even though participation was lower than in previous years.
Published
February 7, 2021

South Africa suspends AstraZeneca vaccine drive

Early results in a clinical trial indicate that the inoculation may not be useful.
Published
February 7, 2021

In pandemic, more people choose to die at home

The thought of saying farewell to loved ones behind glass or during video calls is too terrifying for many terminally ill Americans and their families.

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Published
February 7, 2021

Watch: Freeport church rings bell to commemorate those lost to COVID-19

More than 463,000 have died from COVID-19 in the United States, including 635 in Maine.
Published
February 7, 2021

Despite pandemic, Viles Arboretum’s Table Tour continues

The annual event was limited to 160 people, who were given staggered entry to the arboretum's trails to enjoy hot food while walking, skiing or snowshoeing.
Published
February 7, 2021

Unity residents working to bring public library to downtown

Jean Bourg and Melissa Bastien came together to purchase a building at 38 School St.
Published
February 7, 2021

Maine reports 154 new cases of COVID-19, one more death

The trend of relatively low case numbers continues as the state grapples with the logistical problems of distributing vaccines.
Published
February 7, 2021

Independent-living facilities left in the cold by COVID-19 vaccine rollout

Dropped suddenly from the federal pharmacy contract providing vaccination clinics to nursing homes, these senior retirement communities are trying to secure protection for an equally vulnerable population.