Maine reports 24 new COVID-19 cases but no additional deaths as reopening expands

Monday marked the first day of phase two of Gov. Janet Mills' plan to reopen the state's economy amid the coronavirus pandemic

The Latest: Masks, social distancing help control virus, new analysis finds

Fryeburg Fair canceled for 2020

The fair was scheduled for Oct. 4-11, but organizers said they plan to resume the fair in 2021.

Our View: Schools face steep challenge in the fall

Schools present the right conditions for spreading the coronavirus, but keeping them closed is unhealthy too.

Sidelined workers face dilemma when called back to the job

Labor advocates say Maine's reopening is putting some people in the difficult position of risking their health or their livelihood.

Maine courts struggle with public access during pandemic

A new plan does not include any information about how the public or the press should access virtual hearings or what will happen when courtrooms are at capacity under social distancing guidelines.

Maine business openings Monday expected to be ‘slow and cautious’

The next phase in Maine's recovery plan from the coronavirus pandemic includes retail stores reopening and restaurants in southern Maine offering outside dining.

After half a century, Portland String Quartet violist quietly takes her bow

The pandemic means the revered musician will not get the public sendoff her ensemble mates had planned.

Photographer documents unexpected bright spots during a dark time in Maine

I’ve been photographing my everyday life in Portland more than ever before.

Restaurants open to outdoor dining, but say it’s not enough to survive

Restaurants are coming up with some creative ways to serve customers outdoors, hoping it helps shore up their bottom lines.