The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S. and the world.
2021
Monmouth, Readfield-area school to go remote because of positive COVID-19 cases
Those in grades 2 through 5 will go remote at Monmouth Memorial School and Maranacook Middle School will go remote. Both are set to return Jan. 19.
Who were they? Here are photos of the Capitol rioters sought by FBI
The violent mob that stormed the U.S. Capitol last week was overwhelmingly made up of longtime Trump supporters. The FBI investigators had seen no indication antifa activists were disguised as Trump supporters.
Maine makes plans to speed up vaccinations as it reports 6 more deaths and 313 new cases
Maine’s CDC director says preliminary planning is underway for higher-volume vaccination sites and an online registration system.
People, pets rescued as early Monday morning fire razes Waterville home
The blaze inflicted “extensive damage” on the King Court home in the South End, and a car parked close to the building was also damaged, officials said.
Belichick won’t accept Trump’s offer of Presidential Medal of Freedom
President Trump said he would present one of the nation’s highest civilian honors to Bill Belichick, the football coach of the New England Patriots and the only coach to win six Super Bowl titles.
PGA Championship leaving Trump National in ’22 tournament
The PGA of America has voted to leave Trump National Golf Club for its PGA Championship event next year
‘What would Patrick want?’
Wilton parents ask for mercy for the driver in South Portland crash that killed their son in 2018.
So you think you’re a Mainer. Have you read these books?
With time on your hands, now is a good time to catch up on some of the must-read books by Maine authors.
Bar Guide: Vespertino is the local liqueur you need to try
The tequila crema is a product of the Portland-based Northstar Brands.