As the U.S. struggles with yet another wave of COVID-19 hospitalizations, there’s a sharp divide on whether the country should mandate the vaccine at all.
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Posted inOlympics, Sports
United States, Canada to renew women’s hockey rivalry at Olympics
The U.S. is the defending champion, having ended Canada’s run of four straight titles. The teams have also met in the final of 19 of 20 world championships.
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Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Harsher punishment sought for those who threaten election workers in Maine
Municipal clerks who administer elections say they’ve noticed an increase in anger among voters, and state officials cite at least two threats to election workers since the 2020 presidential election.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Pingree and Collins press Postal Service for answers on mail delays
Some Maine residents have complained in recent weeks that regular mail is being delayed for days or going undelivered.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Sweden to help households as electricity prices soar
Homeowners have started adopting strategies to lower their consumption – turning down the heating, closing off rooms, using alternative heat sources like wood log burners and wearing thick woolly socks.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Police find Lubec woman dead in trunk, charge boyfriend with murder
Paul DeForest, 65, was arrested in Warrenton, Virginia, and is charged with killing his girlfriend, Eva Cox, 58.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Stocks edge higher as inflation report keeps rate hikes on track
The modest gains were led by technology stocks, which have been choppy in recent days.
Posted inNation & World
Michigan teen pleads not guilty in school shooting that killed 4
The 15-year-old boy is being charged as an adult and remains locked up with no bond.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Senate Democrats push rival bill sanctioning Russia over Ukraine
They seek to derail a Republican proposal that the White House fears could undermine unity with European allies.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel
United Way of Kennebec Valley reports record-breaking year of donations following expansion
The United Way of Kennebec Valley raised $1.8 million in its most recent campaign, both from increased giving and from expanding its territory to include communities in northern Kennebec County.