Labs would combine parts of samples from several people and test them together – a negative result clearing everyone and a positive requiring each sample to be individually tested.
2020
Posted inNation & World
UK ratchets up criticism of China over Uighurs, Hong Kong
Britain’s foreign secretary says the nation can’t stand by amid reports of human rights abuse.
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Posted inNation & World
Roger Stone calls Black radio host racial slur in interview
The Trump associate was being grilled on numerous issues on the Mo’Kelly Show.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Absentee voting smooth in Maine, but big test is November
The state’s July 14 primary shattered previous records for absentee ballot use in a primary.
Posted inMaine
Fungal disease causes some lawns to turn black in Maine
The University of Maine Cooperative Extension says the best response to the infection is to reseed damaged areas.
Posted inSports
Players plead with NFL to address health, safety concerns
Rookies are set to report to camp this week, but players are not satisfied with the health and safety protocols.
Posted inMaine
Portland’s East End beach closed over contamination fears
A power outage at the Portland Wastewater Treatment Plant and a backup generator that failed at the same time convinced city officials they should close the beach out of an abundance of caution.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Amtrak on track to start more Downeaster round trips to Boston
Starting Monday, the passenger rail service will increase runs from one round trip on weekdays only to four round trips seven days a week to and from Brunswick.
Posted inSports
Rahm moves to No. 1 with Memorial victory
Despite a penalty and some shaky moments on his last nine holes, Jon Rahm becomes the world’s top-ranked player.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Town Meeting Roundup: Washington voters set budget, approve marijuana ordinance
Mount Vernon and Whitefield voters approve municipal spending for upcoming fiscal year.