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coronavirus

Published
September 2, 2020

CDC tells states to be ready to distribute vaccines on Nov. 1

The timeline raises concern among public health experts about an 'October surprise' ahead of the presidential election.
Published
September 2, 2020

Q&A: Can I use a face shield instead of a mask?

There is a lack of research on whether they keep an infected person from spreading viral droplets to others.
Published
September 2, 2020

Maine health care systems to defy CDC shift, continue testing anyone exposed to virus

The federal CDC said last week that testing isn't necessary for people suspected of being exposed if they show no symptoms of COVID-19.
Published
September 2, 2020

Small-business owners tap into savings to withstand pandemic

They are trying to keep their businesses alive at a critical time for the U.S. economy.
Published
September 2, 2020

Agencies worried about tepid response to Maine emergency grant program

Local economic development agencies suspect many small businesses and nonprofits are unaware of the $200 million program, or don't know how to apply.

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Published
September 2, 2020

Start of fall high school sports delayed for review of safety guidelines

A day after the state said some of the Maine Principals' Association's COVID-19 guidelines for fall sports were inadequate, the start of the season is pushed back by one week.
Published
September 2, 2020

College football embarking on uncertain season

With 53 of the 130 top-level teams not playing this season, games begin for schools with hopes of reaching the FBS playoffs and competing for a championship.
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September 2, 2020

TD Bank scales back office space in Lewiston

The company says 90% of people who had worked downtown are working from home due to the pandemic.
Published
September 2, 2020

COVID-19 has killed more police officers this year than all other causes combined, data show

As of Sept. 2, on-the-job coronavirus infections were responsible for more officer deaths than all other causes combined, including gun violence and car accidents.
Published
September 2, 2020

York County Jail outbreak linked to more cases of COVID-19

With 68 of those cases among inmates and staff, it's one of the largest single-facility outbreaks the state has had during the pandemic.