coronavirus

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March 23, 2020

Portland schools to remain closed through April vacation

Meals will continue to be distributed outside nine of the city's schools.
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March 23, 2020

Over 1.5 billion globally asked to stay home to escape coronavirus

More than 1.5 billion people, a 5th of the world's population, are being asked or ordered to stay home as new virus infections soar
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March 23, 2020

Portland restores needle exchange program with volunteer help

The city said Monday that people will be able to pick up clean needles and dispose of used ones from 8 to 9 a.m. in Bayside.
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March 23, 2020

By the numbers: Coronavirus cases, deaths around the world
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March 23, 2020

As other states tighten restrictions, Maine stops short of embracing ‘shelter in place’ orders

A top official says the state's coronavirus team has discussed 'shelter in place' and decided against using it – for now – noting Maine's low population density and the limits Gov. Janet Mills has imposed on public gatherings and business operations.

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March 23, 2020

Tokyo Olympics seem sure to happen – but in 2021, not 2020

The International Olympic Committee plans to decide on the postponement within four weeks, as nations start saying they won't send their teams to any Olympics this year.
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March 23, 2020

For immune-suppressed patients, coronavirus a terrifying danger

‘Every time people don't do social distancing is putting me closer and closer to death,’ one patient says.
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March 23, 2020

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March 23, 2020

York closes beaches after crowds fuel virus concerns in coastal towns

Municipal officials say having so many people on southern Maine's beaches and trails defeats the purpose of social distancing and puts local residents at greater risk of contracting COVID-19.
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March 23, 2020

Trump appears to waffle on extending shutdown as Congress pursues aid

In Congress, tempers flare and emotions are raw after days of wrangling over critical aid.