With fewer coronavirus cases in Maine, it’s easy for us to feel complacent about maintaining safety measures, writes Liz Soares.
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Posted inMaine, News, Sports
Maine outdoor wellness classes give some sense of normalcy during pandemic
Following COVID-19 rules, area fitness facilities get group workouts back in motion.
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Posted inNation & World, News, Sports
World’s fastest man, an American sprinter, suspended for missing doping tests
The fastest man in the world has been sidelined for a string of missed doping tests
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The Latest: Floyd’s neck was pinned by officer for 7 minutes, 46 seconds, prosecutors acknowledge
The latest on protests around the world against racism and police brutality. MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota prosecutors acknowledged Wednesday that a police officer had his knee on George Floyd’s neck for 7 minutes, 46 seconds – not the 8:46 that has become a global symbol of police brutality. The initial complaint alleges Derek Chauvin “had his […]
Posted inFood & Dining, Maine
Restaurants slow to reopen indoor seating, but some regulars eagerly get back in their booth
The Brunswick Diner had breakfast regulars waiting at the door Wednesday, but short notice and nice weather meant other dining rooms stayed empty.
Posted inNation & World, News
The Latest: U.S. virus outbreaks stir clash over masks, personal freedom
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic around the U.S. and the world. PHOENIX — When the coronavirus flared in China this week, the country canceled flights, suspended reopenings and described the situation as “extremely grave.” But with cases rising in some U.S. states, local officials have balked at even requiring people to wear masks. In […]
Posted inMaine Crime, News
Rumford drug investigation leads to second arrest in 4 months of Sanford man
The investigation revealed that Derek A. Gerrish, 30, was also convicted of heroin trafficking in York County in 2015.
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New graduate school and research center finds home on Portland’s waterfront
The Roux Institute at Northeastern University plans to open this fall in space that it will sublease from Wex.
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‘We dodged a lot of bullets’: Quick action at Cape Memory Care limited virus cases in community
The state’s rapid, widespread testing of the residents and staff at the congregate care facility in Cape Elizabeth, coupled with quarantines and tracking and tracing of close contacts, helped contain the spread of COVID-19.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: ‘Being Black ain’t easy’ – but let’s use this moment to make real change
In the days since the death of George Floyd, I have felt a mix of sadness, optimism and exhaustion.