The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S. and the world.
2020
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
State Fire Marshal’s office investigating rash of Unity fires
The fire at the United Methodist Church was believed to have broken out in the basement Monday evening, the town’s third fire in a span of six days.
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Posted inLocal & State, News
Doctor’s group calls for clinics to be used as COVID-19 vaccine sites
Maine reports 590 new cases and 7 more deaths, as shortfalls in expected vaccine deliveries complicate efforts to inoculate front-line health care workers and nursing home residents.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Nation & World, News
Famed French fashion designer Pierre Cardin dies at 98
Cardin’s name emblazoned hundreds of products, from accessories to home goods.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel
Damariscotta’s Inn Along the Way fundraiser set for New Year’s Day
Peaceful New Beginnings celebration to be televised on LCTV-7, or live streamed on LCTV.org.
Posted inLocal & State
Toy fund volunteer already looking forward to next year
The highlight for volunteers always comes in late December, when parents come to pick up toys they will give to their children.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Law enforcement union should join reform efforts
Instead, the Maine Association of Police is digging in to defend officers who may be charged with misconduct.
Posted inBicentennial
On this date in Maine history: Dec. 29
Dec. 29, 2012: Three couples get married and a fourth obtains a marriage license early on a Saturday morning at Bangor City Hall, amid a crowd of about 50 well-wishers. Normally city offices aren’t open Saturdays, but this is an exception. Special business hours were scheduled because this is the first day on which marriages […]
Posted inLocal & State, News
Pandemic leads to run on diaper bank as families struggle with finances
A Portland based non-profit provides free diapers to parents who can’t afford them, and the need has skyrocketed.