The appropriations package funds financial relief for individuals and small businesses amid the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as defense infrastructure companies like Bath Iron Works make for the Navy.
2020
Maine CDC reports 21-case outbreak of COVID-19 at Hannaford distribution center in Winthrop
An outbreak at Winthrop’s ADUSA Distribution LLC appears to be a product of “community transmission,” according to officials.
Skowhegan-based, Fairfield-based school districts report COVID-19 cases
The superintendents sent letters saying that the districts were made aware of the cases before Christmas Day and expect students to return to school Jan. 4.
Brunswick police led on foot chase during traffic stop
Michael Blasingame, 35, had two warrants out for his arrest, according to police.
Waterville Starbucks closed due to COVID-19
The location at 2 Waterville Commons will reopen Jan. 4.
Sidney, Fairfield students honored for work on COVID-19 frontlines in food stores
Ana Hewett of Sidney and Haley Hersey of Fairfield received $1,000 scholarships from the University of Southern Maine Office of the President and private donors for their work at Hannaford.
Richmond woman taken to hospital after Brunswick crash
An SUV struck a parked car and rolled over on Jordan Avenue Sunday afternoon.
Augusta child care to remain closed another week
Officials are concerned there could be another spike in COVID-19 cases due to families getting together for holidays.
Judge rejects Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell’s bail bid
A judge has rejected a $28.5 million proposed bail package for Jeffrey Epstein’s former girlfriend.
Gardiner closes City Hall, library to public until Jan. 18
A news release said the closure was due to an anticipated rise in COVID-19 cases after holiday gatherings and travel.