Postal workers who recall packages and letters piled up in distribution hubs a year ago are gearing up for another holiday crush
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Merck COVID pill effective, but experts will review safety, FDA says
Government scientists said their review identified several potential risks, including possible toxicity to developing fetuses.
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Stocks sink on new COVID variant; Dow loses 905 points
Fearful of more lockdowns and travel bans, investors moved money into companies that largely benefited from previous waves.
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This year’s hot holiday item in Maine? Christmas trees
Many tree farms sold out days or even weeks before Christmas last year, and they are predicting the same phenomenon this year.
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Will flight restrictions help as new virus variant emerges?
A coronavirus variant recently identified in southern Africa is leading to a new round of travel restrictions just as many had finally begun to ease.
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Florist shop to move to new location on Main Street in Waterville
The Robin’s Nest will open in February in a building at 173 Main St. that’s owned by Colby College.
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Black Friday draws smaller crowds in Augusta, leaving only the dedicated shoppers in line
Lines were much smaller this year in comparison to years past, but people who chose to stand in line continued their Black Friday traditions.
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Stocks sink on news of new COVID variant, and Dow drops by 905 points
The S&P 500 index dropped 106.84 points, or 2.3%, in the worst day for Wall Street’s benchmark index since February.
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Stores kick off Black Friday but pandemic woes linger
Retailers are expected to usher in the unofficial start to the holiday shopping season Friday with bigger crowds than last year.
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After license suspension, power line’s future hangs on pending court challenges
The New England Clean Energy Connect will argue for an injunction just days before a voter-approved law to ban the project is set to take effect Dec. 19.