A fire has destroyed a barn at a New Hampshire farm that’s been the backdrop for political events for Republican presidents and candidates through the years
2021
Posted inBusiness, Health, Nation & World
Biden: 1 million have already signed up for health care during special enrollment
Biden reopened the HealthCare.gov insurance markets in February for a special six-month sign-up opportunity that will go through Aug. 15.
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Posted inNation & World, News
Israel, Hamas escalate heavy fighting with no end in sight
Five Israelis, including three women and a child, were killed by rocket fire Tuesday and early Wednesday, and dozens were wounded. The death toll in Gaza rose to 35 Palestinians, including 10 children.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Maine begins vaccinating youths as young as 12 against COVID-19
The effort will focus on schools, but parental consent is required, and national data show some reluctance to giving the COVID-19 vaccine to children.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Eid unites Muslims in a world that is still socially distant
The ‘Holiday of the Feast,’ which starts Thursday, marks the end of a month of abstinence from food and drink during daylight hours.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Maine Med nurses vote to have a voice
With a new union, hospital employees will make themselves heard on working conditions and patient care.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Vaccine shuffle all across Maine sends doses where they’re needed
In ‘a big chess game’ behind the scenes, health care providers and state epidemiologists are constantly moving thousands of doses from clinic to clinic, so the COVID-19 vaccine supply meets demand.
Posted inBoston Red Sox, Sports
Red Sox Farm Report: Early on, it’s been a mixed bag for top prospects
First baseman Triston Casas is off to a slow start with Portland, while outfielder Jarren Duran is getting hot with Worcester.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Ethic of care for the group could strengthen our nation
New Zealand learned from the Native people there and avoided the worst of COVID’s toll. We should heed their experience.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Scott Strom: Don’t put a muzzle on Canadian trade partners
An effort to silence Hydro-Quebec and other companies from our trading partner to the north are just political noise, the Pittsfield Republican writes.