Experts are particularly concerned about data from wastewater tests that shows COVID-19 in the Boston area may be approaching levels similar to those seen in April and May.
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Posted inMaine, News
Franklin County panel proposes changing state law governing budget process
One amendment would allow the budget committee to set commissioners’ salaries.
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Posted inMaine, News
Franklin County courthouse closed to public
Concerns about COVID-19 prompted the move.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Where to get tested for COVID-19 in Androscoggin, Franklin and Oxford counties
With infection rates on the rise, here’s where you can get tested in our area.
Posted inMaine, News
Fewer meat cutters cause long line of deer to be processed
Local meat processors are trying to keep up with the demand as seasonal help dwindles during the pandemic.
Posted inSports
NFL notebook: Ratings take a hit, but not as much as feared
Despite a 6% decline in viewership from last year, all but four of the top-rated 30 shows since the season began have been NFL games.
Posted inNew England Patriots, Sports
Patriots notebook: Team still in tight spot at tight end
New England once defined how to use the tight end position, but now can barely find a competent option on a weekly basis.
Posted inNation & World
Trump supporters hit with new wave of coronavirus after attending election party
Among those affected: adviser Corey Lewandowski, lobbyist Jeff Miller and top donors Elizabeth and Richard Uihlein.
Posted inSports
Marshall remembers worst U.S. sports disaster 50 years later
After a plane crash killed most of the Marshall University football team 50 years ago, school leaders decided to rebuild the program rather than drop the sport altogether.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
Ivy League cancels all winter sports
The league determines that it’s not safe to play basketball, hockey and other winter sports during the coronavirus pandemic.