Coronavirus compels shops and service providers to change platforms, procedures and even products.
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InterMed furloughs one-third of its health care workforce
Employees were informed of the decision Thursday, after the practice shut down non-essential health services.
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More grocery stores asking shoppers not to use reusable bags
To reduce the spread of coronavirus, Gov. Janet Mills signs an order delaying a statewide ban on single-use plastic bags until 2021.
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COVID-19 questions and answers for Portland and Maine
How will the new orders by the city of Portland and Gov. Janet Mills affect your life and your business? Here’s a list of questions and answers.
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Portland mayor calls on landlords to suspend evictions during crisis
Kate Snyder asks for flexibility that will help tenants remain in their homes for at least 90 days.
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Portland waives plastic bag fees over reusable-bag germ concerns
The city warns residents that coronavirus can survive on surfaces ‘for hours and in some cases days.’
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Portland Public Library shuts down for two weeks
It joins several other libraries that have decided to stay closed to the public during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Portland shuts clinic, City Hall after test of staffer indicates possible coronavirus
Portland’s India Street health clinic will stay closed for two weeks, the city manager says.
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Sea Bags, which turns used sails into stylish tote bags, expands west
The Maine company is setting its sights on the Midwest and West Coast, opening four retail stores in Michigan and one in California later this year.
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Portland man accused of kidnapping arrested after leading police on foot chase
Police say officers chased Fakhareldin Adam through several yards off Ocean Avenue. He is charged with kidnapping, criminal threatening, robbery and domestic violence assault.