The pandemic has upended so many lives. Maine’s LGBTQ+ youth, who often feel isolated and unsupported in the widespread rural geography of Maine, are particularly vulnerable right now. OUT Maine, based in the midcoast, works statewide to build a welcoming and affirming Maine for our rural LGBTQ+ youth, according to a news release from OUT […]
October 2020
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Trump infection puts large retinue of White House aides at risk
It wasn’t immediately clear when or how the president was infected and how many other White House aides will be asked to quarantine.
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Trump’s age, health woes raise his risk for COVID-19 illness
The president’s age, obesity and elevated cholesterol could put him at greater risk of becoming seriously ill from the coronavirus.
Posted inElection 2020, Elections, Nation & World, Politics
Trump’s diagnosis rocks final stage of presidential campaign
An election year already defined by a cascade of national crises is descending further into uncharted territory.
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The Latest: Pelosi expects to reach stimulus deal, saying Trump diagnosis ‘changes the dynamic’
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S. and the world.
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Scott W. Cyrway, Maine Senate 16
Social Media Accounts: Facebook.com/senatorcyrway Occupation: State senator; Maine D.A.R.E. coordinator; retired, deputy sheriff (Kennebec County Sheriff’s Office); former real estate associate broker; former insurance agent Education: Degree from University of Maine in life sciences and agriculture, minor in forest management; Maine Criminal Justice Academy Community Organizations: MeANS Good Will-Hinckley Board Member (four Years) Former YMCA […]
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
A month before election, unemployment falls, but hiring slows
With many businesses and customers plagued by fear and uncertainty, some economists say it could take as long as late 2023 for the job market to fully recover.
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Maine’s elected leaders call for vigilance after Trump diagnosis
While wishing the president and first lady a full recovery, they also call attention to the impact of the virus on millions of Americans.
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Pence tests negative as White House scrambles to deal with coronavirus
Pence is tested every day for the virus, according to a spokesman.
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Timeline of Trump’s activities in week coronavirus hit home
With just a month to go until the election, President Donald Trump had a busy schedule this week.