Another 34 coronavirus cases, no new deaths reported in Maine

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Published
June 30, 2020

Another 34 coronavirus cases, no new deaths reported in Maine

As movie theaters, bowling alleys and other businesses prepare to reopen Wednesday, the state is recording several dozen new COVID-19 cases daily – but not the large spikes seen in some southern and western states.
Published
June 30, 2020

The Latest: Top health officials raise concerns about full airline flights

The latest on the coronavirus pandemic around the U.S. and the world. The government’s top experts in infectious diseases on Tuesday criticized American Airlines’ decision to pack flights full while the coronavirus outbreak continues to grow across much of the United States. “Obviously that is something that is of concern. I’m not sure what went […]
Published
June 30, 2020

UMaine System forms partnerships for virus testing at all campuses

Teaming up with The Jackson Laboratory and ConvenientMD is a key part of the system's plan to reopen in the fall for on-campus instruction, details of which will be announced Wednesday.
Published
June 30, 2020

Bates College eyes big changes on campus for returning students

To combat COVID-19, the Lewiston college calls for testing, masks, social distancing and more to keep its community safe.
Published
June 30, 2020

Commentary: Help close the Maine broadband gap – vote for expansion bond

The pandemic has made clear that reliable and affordable internet is a necessity for our livelihood, our education, our health care and our economy.

Published
June 30, 2020

Cumberland County Jail inmate tests positive for COVID-19

All of the jail's staff and inmates are being required to wear masks.
Published
June 29, 2020

Winslow schools looking at junior high building for in-person classroom space

The Winslow Town Council and School Board meet to discuss using the old junior high school so students can follow social-distancing guidelines.
Published
June 29, 2020

States reverse openings, require masks amid virus resurgence

Arizona, Texas, Florida and California backtrack, closing bars, gyms, beaches and movie theaters.
Published
June 29, 2020

Maine’s in-home service providers operating under new house rules

Businesses that rely on working in customers' homes are either finding ways to adapt to the coronavirus pandemic or staying on the sidelines.
Published
June 29, 2020

Federal emergency loan program for small businesses ends Tuesday

All remaining loan applications for the Paycheck Protection Program must be submitted by the end of the day.