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Published
December 28, 2021

Maine EMS panel narrowly approves recommendation to continue trauma patient transfers to CMMC

Trauma Advisory Committee directs review of EMS Trauma System Plan.
Published
December 28, 2021

Judge rejects Oklahoma’s legal challenge to National Guard’s vaccine mandate

The Oklahoma governor and others argues that U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin overstepped his constitutional authority by subjecting the National Guard to a vaccine requirement.
Published
December 28, 2021

Fears that omicron surge could cripple essential services spurred new quarantine, isolation rules

Health officials worried that the volume of expected infections could leave tens of thousands of Americans unable to work.
Published
December 28, 2021

Federal ambulance crews arrive to help Maine hospitals handle surge

The Federal Emergency Management Agency is sending a total of 16 emergency medical technicians and paramedics to eight hospitals across the state.
Published
December 28, 2021

With reprieve from vaccine mandate, Maine high school wrestlers hit the mat

Coaches and athletes are thankful to be able to compete this season after last year's was canceled – even if they must wear masks.

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Published
December 27, 2021

Kennebec County Correctional Facility reports 5 remaining COVID-19 cases, down from high of 32

The monthlong coronavirus outbreak at the jail in Augusta is now contained to one block.
Published
December 27, 2021

Virus concerns cause cancellation of some New Year’s Eve events

While New Year Gorham is switching to a virtual format, the State Theatre in Portland and the Portland House of Music are canceling their shows.
Published
December 27, 2021

Clinics in Augusta, Richmond offer free COVID-19 vaccines this week

The Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines will all be available.
Published
December 27, 2021

Fast-spreading omicron variant becoming dominant in Maine

Newly released data show that omicron went from less than 1% of COVID-19 cases in the state to 10% in 1 week this month, and it already may be causing the majority of new cases statewide.
Published
December 26, 2021

COVID-19 variant disrupts holiday travel but not shopping

U.S. flight cancellations continue Sunday as staffing problems related to omicron persist.