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Published
January 15, 2022

Expect more worrisome variants after omicron, scientists say

Scientists warn that omicron’s whirlwind spread across the globe practically ensures it won’t be the last worrisome coronavirus variant.
Published
January 15, 2022

Maine CDC reports 14 more COVID-19 deaths, 1,359 new cases

The stress on medical resources remains high, with 418 people hospitalized across the state on Saturday.
Published
January 15, 2022

Maine nursing homes fear that a strong flu season would push them over the edge

Health professionals say staffing shortages are the worst they have ever seen, and the risk of influenza outbreaks makes a terrible situation worse.
Published
January 15, 2022

Another View: Democrats need to break grip of teachers unions

Saving the country’s students requires President Biden and other party leaders to show whose side they’re really on.
Published
January 14, 2022

Maine employers unfazed by Supreme Court’s rejection of vaccine mandate

The court struck down a federal COVID-19 vaccination requirement for large employers, but many Maine companies are still requiring workers to get the shots.

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Published
January 14, 2022

Several UMaine teams sidelined this weekend because of COVID-19 cases

The Black Bears have had to postpone or cancel events for women's hockey, women's basketball, swimming and indoor track.
Published
January 14, 2022

Metro warns of possible bus service interruptions

Some bus routes in Greater Portland may have reduced service starting next week because of staff shortages.
Published
January 14, 2022

U.S. will launch website to provide 4 free at-home COVID tests

Americans shouldn't expect a rapid turnaround on the orders and they will have to plan ahead and request the tests well before they want them.
Published
January 14, 2022

Arizona risks federal relief funds over anti-mandate rules

The Treasury Department warned that the state has 60 days to remove the anti-masking provisions before the federal government moves to recover the relief money.
Published
January 14, 2022

State announces details of Guard deployment to help hospitals handle surge

Meanwhile, testing of wastewater for COVID-19 gives some reason for hope that the omicron wave won't last as long as the delta surge.