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Published
March 17, 2020

Union leaders step up the call for BIW to close to protect workers from virus

Matt Schlobohm, executive director of Maine AFL-CIO, said BIW's 8,000 workers from all 16 counties come into contact with upwards of 100,000 people when they leave the shipyard's gates, meaning if coronavirus reaches BIW, it could speed the spread of the disease across the state.
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March 17, 2020

Mainer stuck in Italy says extreme lockdown offers lessons for U.S.

Jacqueline Curtis says the Italian restrictions on leaving home and gathering in markets now give her a sense of a calm, and she might even delay her trip back home because she feels safer staying put.
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March 17, 2020

Brunswick, Bath declare emergency, prohibits late-night gatherings

The proclamations in both towns prohibit gatherings between 8 p.m. and 2 a.m.
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March 17, 2020

Marriott begins furloughs; tens of thousands may be affected

The company said it is closing some hotels, but workers will keep health benefits for now.
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March 17, 2020

MPA: Spring teams cannot have any organized activities

While the season is delayed, coaches cannot have contact with Maine high school athletes. Even 'captain's practices' will not be allowed.

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March 17, 2020

Jewish Film Festival postponed due to coronavirus concerns

‘Of course we're disappointed, but we felt that we did what we had to do,’ said Barbara Merson, executive director of the Maine Jewish Film Festival.
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March 17, 2020

Coronavirus how-to: How do I keep my elderly friends and family safe?

The elderly are especially at risk for severe cases.
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March 17, 2020

Red Cross seeks blood donors as shortages loom

In Maine, at least 33 blood drives have been canceled recently, leaving 946 fewer blood donations.
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March 17, 2020

Augusta orders some city businesses to close to public at night

Take-out service still allowed but the city has banned people from gathering at some businesses after 8 p.m.
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March 17, 2020

Trump moves to blunt heavy impact of coronavirus on U.S. economy

The White House asked Congress on Tuesday to approve a massive rescue package to help businesses and taxpayers cope with the economic crisis that is paired with the pandemic.