BERLIN — Germany, France, Italy and Spain became the latest countries Monday to suspend use of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine over reports of dangerous blood clots in some recipients, though the company and European regulators have said there is no evidence the shot is to blame. AstraZeneca’s is just one of three vaccines in use on […]
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The Latest: Extent of COVID-19 vaccine waste remains largely unknown
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S. and the world.
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When will you get your stimulus payment?
Experts have an idea what people will spend their money on.
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Much of Europe tightens anti-pandemic rules as virus surges again
Across the continent, much of Europe is tightening restrictions on schools and businesses amid surging cases of COVID-19 suspected to be fueled by virus variants.
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Readfield, Gardiner and Augusta-area schools report positive COVID-19 cases
Maranacook Community Middle School will be remote for the remainder of the week, while Pittston-Randolph Consolidated School and Cony Middle and High School will remain with their regular schedules.
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Closed since December, Portland Museum of Art to reopen March 25
The museum will be open Thursday through Sunday with advance, timed-ticket entry.
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Maine reports 174 new cases in latest sign infections persist as vaccinations ramp up
With case numbers holding steady near 200, Gov. Janet Mills worries that Mainers will let their guard down as spring nears.
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Ask ME: Is dining in an outdoor structure safer than inside a restaurant?
Experts say that, when properly ventilated, outdoor structures can be a reduced-risk dining option.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Maine DOT shifts to virtual, on-demand meetings
The format, which has allowed the process of public information and feedback to continue while in-person meetings have been curtailed, is expected to continue as restrictions are lifted and more in-person meetings are permitted.
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Survivors struggle as scientists race to solve mystery of long-lasting COVID symptoms
On the pandemic’s first anniversary, some COVID-19 survivors are still suffering from puzzling symptoms.