Saturday’s ski event was one of many free events hosted by Skowhegan Outdoors every week.
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Maine has no immediate plans to issue proof of COVID-19 vaccination
The state is awaiting federal guidance on how best to demonstrate someone has been fully vaccinated.
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Study suggests Pfizer vaccine works against virus variant
Two variants are causing global concern because they appear to spread more easily – although how much more isn’t yet known.
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Southern Maine hospitals hit hard as Maine sets COVID-19 patient record
But the burden on Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor finally eased this week, although it still has the highest numbers in the state.
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If I’ve already had the coronavirus, can I get it again?
If you’ve already had the coronavirus, it’s possible you could get it again but such cases seem to be rare
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Lawsuit faults Maine DHHS for use of powerful medications on foster children
The federal government raised concerns about the use of psychotropic medications on Maine foster children in 2018.
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Q&A: I’m a seasonal Maine resident. Can I still get a COVID-19 vaccine here?
From ‘snowbirds’ to the evolving thinking over vaccination age groups, we answer questions about the state’s COVID-19 vaccination plan.
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Maine flu cases plummet
Maine had more than 900 confirmed flu cases by this time last year. So far this season there are 47.
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Augusta Fire Department starts COVID-19 vaccinations for local public safety workers
The Augusta Fire Department and Waterville-based Delta Ambulance have started to administer COVID-19 vaccine to public safety workers throughout Kennebec County.
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Maine orders more vaccine, ends 2020 with some of the year’s highest COVID-19 numbers yet
The state reports 13 deaths and 702 more cases Thursday, and says it hopes to expand vaccinations to some private medical practices and assisted-living centers next week.