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Published
May 18, 2020

The Latest: Trump threatens WHO with permanent cutoff of U.S. funds

The latest news on the coronavirus from around the U.S. and the world. WASHINGTON — President Trump escalated his threats against the World Health Organization over its handling of the coronavirus pandemic, saying he would permanently cut U.S. funding if it does not make sweeping reforms. He said that the international agency must demonstrate “independence […]
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May 18, 2020

No July 4 fireworks show this year in Portland
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May 18, 2020

Virtual music group videos engage Maine students, communities during pandemic

Their youthful, hopeful voices counterbalance the din of disturbing public health reports, gun-toting protesters and politicians dealing with an unprecedented global threat.
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May 18, 2020

Our View: Remove barriers to improve school meals programs

The outbreak forced schools to adapt, and the results show the worth of providing meals for all kids, no questions asked.
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May 18, 2020

Legal aid organizations expect pandemic to increase demand in Maine

More people will need legal advice on evictions, divorces, protection from abuse orders and other civil matters – and fewer will be able to afford it.

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May 18, 2020

Trump aide raises tension with CDC after criticizing health agency publicly

White House trade adviser Peter Navarro said Sunday that the CDC's early flawed coronavirus test kit "really let the country down."
Published
May 17, 2020

Harvick gets milestone win as NASCAR returns

In NASCAR's first race since March 8 – and with no fans in attendance – Kevin Harvick wins at Darlington Raceway for his 50th career victory.
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May 17, 2020

Central Maine restaurant owners scramble to reopen

Restaurants in Kennebec County are cleared to open for dine-in service with restrictions on Monday, with those changes requiring frantic work on Sunday.
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May 17, 2020

New Hampshire venue hosts its first drive-in concert

Tupelo Music Hall in Derry built an outdoor stage, installed a sound system and divided up the parking lot to accommodate 75 vehicles.
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May 17, 2020

Oil, tourism, seafood – all hit in Louisiana virus fight

The state seafood promotion board estimates the industry's economic impact at $2.4 billion.