Florida’s curve no longer flat amid new surge of virus cases

On Thursday, officials reported 120 deaths in one day, the highest number since the previous record of 113 in early May.

Blue Jays coming to Fenway Park for exhibition games against Red Sox

The Red Sox, scheduled to open the season on July 24 against the Orioles, will first get a chance to play two exhibition games against Toronto on July 21 and 22.

Dartmouth’s retreat from athletic programs shows rising pandemic toll on college sports

While few expect major sports such as football and basketball to be eliminated at most places, the cuts announced so far signal a change to decades of tradition at American universities.

Number of COVID-19 patients in Maine hospitals hits lowest level since March

Hospitals in the hardest-hit counties see modest declines as a welcome lull continues into a sixth week.

UNE’s return-to-campus plan includes hybrid learning

The plan also calls for a 4-tiered COVID-19 testing program and a requirement for all undergraduates to bring proof of a recent negative test to return to campus.

Central Maine family struggles getting COVID testing after returning from Democratic Republic of Congo

Maureen Davis of Skowhegan tried contacting Gov. Janet Mills and Sen. Angus King about the policy in place requiring people to be tested, and the reality that nobody seems to be able to get a test and there is a significant lack of coordination.

Maine reports 13 new cases of COVID-19, no more deaths

The case numbers are issued as the state moves forward with reopening more of its economy, including casinos in Oxford and Bangor.

Wimbledon will still allocate $12.5 million in prize money despite cancellation

Those scheduled to compete in the main draw will receive $31,000 and qualifiers will get $15,600, while doubles and wheelchair competitors will also receive a payment.

After lobbying efforts, U.S. Catholic Church won $1.4 billion in virus aid

Millions went to dioceses that have paid huge settlements or sought bankruptcy protection because of clergy sexual abuse cover-ups.

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