Daily U.S. virus deaths decline, but trend may reverse in fall

The arrival of cooler weather and the likelihood of more indoor gatherings will add to the importance of everyday safety precautions, experts say.

Major companies reject Trump’s payroll tax deferral

Even the House of Representatives isn't going ahead, concluding it 'would not be in the best interests' of employees.

Week In Photos Sept. 5-11, 2020

Here are some of our favorite photos from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel from the past week.

Maine implements $300-per-week federal jobless payments

The enhanced unemployment benefit will be paid retroactively to the week ending Aug. 1 for eligible claimants, but funding will run out this month.

U.S. marks 9/11 anniversary at tributes shadowed by virus

President Trump and Democratic challenger Joe Biden did not cross paths, although both visited Shanksville, Pa.

Maine CDC reports 32 new cases of COVID-19

Fifteen of the cases were in York County, which continues to be the hotspot for new infections statewide.

The Latest: Kids infected at day care spread coronavirus at home, study shows

Scarcity of key material squeezes medical mask manufacturing

White House officials say the U.S. has all the medical supplies needed to battle COVID-19, but health care workers, hospital officials and even the FDA say that’s not the case.

Maine high school volleyball coaches express mixed reactions to postponed season

MPA eyes possible late winter/early spring season for the indoor fall sport, but challenges remain.

Maine high school football coaches, school administrators react to sport’s postponement

MPA rules out tackle football for the fall, instead hopes to have season in late winter or early spring.