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COVID-19

Published
October 20, 2020

More than 25 percent of Maine voters have already cast their ballots

The latest data on absentee voting shows that Democrats continue to far outpace Republicans in requesting and returning absentee ballots.
Published
October 20, 2020

Waldo County church outbreak now linked to 42 COVID-19 cases

Maine's CDC director says more cases related to Brooks Pentecostal Church and its school can be expected in the coming days.
Published
October 20, 2020

Sign, sealed, delivered: How ballot drop boxes work

Dozens of Maine cities and towns have installed secure absentee ballot drop boxes to help voting go smoothly.
Published
October 19, 2020

7 tips for staying safe as COVID-19 cases rise and colder weather heightens risk

A nursing school dean recommends some simple steps to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Published
October 19, 2020

State links 32 cases to outbreak at Waldo County church, affiliated school

The number of COVID-19 cases connected to Brooks Pentecostal Church and Lighthouse Christian Academy nearly doubled in 24 hours.

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Published
October 16, 2020

Maine’s plan to distribute vaccine stresses racial equity, health care workers and the elderly

The plan submitted to the federal government Friday calls for vaccinating 80% of Maine's 1.3 million people within 12 weeks, in a massive statewide effort.
Published
October 16, 2020

White House puts political operatives at CDC to try to control information

It’s not clear to what extent the 2 appointees have affected the agency’s work, but congressional investigators are examining that very question after evidence of political interference in CDC scientific publications, guidance documents and web postings.
Published
October 16, 2020

York County gets ‘green’ COVID tag for schools to resume sports, other activities

The Department of Education changes the advisory level for schools after outbreaks in York County ease.
Published
October 15, 2020

As national COVID wave gathers, Maine lies in its path

Case counts in Maine are gradually rising, reflecting a worrisome national trend marked by exponential growth in some states.
Published
October 15, 2020

Top coordinator in virus response visits SMCC

Dr. Deborah Birx, response coordinator for the White House Coronavirus Task Force, met with students, faculty and staff at the college's South Portland campus.