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Published
June 16, 2020

The Latest: White House steps up effort to downplay coronavirus concerns

The latest on the coronavirus pandemic around the U.S. and the world. NEW YORK — President Trump has long been fond of crafting his own version of the facts. But when he said “if we stop testing right now we’d have very few cases” of coronavirus, he may have written a new line of attack […]
Published
June 16, 2020

Children are only half as likely to get infected by the coronavirus, research shows

The findings could influence policymakers who are facing tough decisions about when and how to reopen schools.
Published
June 16, 2020

Municipal clerks fill absentee ballot requests ahead of July 14 vote

Ballots available in Biddeford, Saco and OOB.
Published
June 16, 2020

Commentary: Let’s offer Maine’s front-line employees a real choice during COVID crisis

State leave and unemployment policies can be changed to better serve both workers and employers at places like Tyson Foods.
Published
June 15, 2020

Restaurateurs excited for indoor dining, but their plans are mixed

While some southern Maine restaurants plan to open right away, others say they need more time to hire staff and get ready for seating customers indoors.

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Published
June 15, 2020

Maine private colleges start to release details for return to campus

The plans include schedule changes, masking requirements, and an end to self-serve dining options.
Published
June 15, 2020

Federal Reserve launches corporate bond-buying program

The purchases should make it cheaper for companies to borrow.
Published
June 15, 2020

Black Americans most likely to know a COVID-19 victim, polls find

In Michigan, black deaths per 100,000 black residents were four times the rate of white deaths per 100,000 white residents.
Published
June 15, 2020

WNBA’s shortened 22-game season, without fans, to begin in late July

Some guidelines are still being established for the season, which will be held at IMG Academy in Florida, beginning in late July.
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June 15, 2020

BP takes $17.5 billion hit as pandemic accelerates emissions cuts

In February, the oil company pledged to eliminate or offset all carbon emissions by 2050, but has been forced to move faster as the pandemic continues to squeeze profits.