The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S. and the world.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Lessons learned from fighting COVID can help combat Maine’s overdose epidemic
One lesson is understanding that government can’t do it all. There has to be a communitywide commitment to understanding the disease.
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Posted inMaine, Uncategorized
Katharine Wattles, 96, has knit over 250 hats for her community
After providing a hat to everyone around her, Wattles looked to her former employer at the University of Maine at Farmington.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Biden’s relief bill – good economics, even better politics?
The proposal provides a safety net to businesses, workers and local governments and supports a ‘whole of government’ strategy to control and end the pandemic.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Nationwide, K-12 schools need more state, federal help to reopen safely
They are trying to support students through distance learning, safely resume in-person instruction and help them catch up.
Posted inNation & World
Massive storms, outages force tough decisions amid pandemic
Do we open our doors to the neighbors? Should we stay in a hotel or go to a shelter? And what to do about hand-washing when there is no running water?
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Group drops recall effort against 2 Androscoggin County commissioners
Plan to remove Isaiah Lary of Wales continues after his anti-mask resolution was rejected Wednesday.
Posted inNation & World
Biden plunges into global debate over access to COVID-19 vaccines
He will announce Friday his plan for the U.S. to contribute $4 billion.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Arts & Entertainment, Maine
Separated by his audience due to COVID, this Maine musician still hits a milestone
Pete Kilpatrick, whose music has been featured on The Office, will be performing his 50th virtual concert from his home.
Posted inMaine, News
Updated: I’ve been vaccinated against COVID-19. Now what?
Masking, physical distancing and frequent hand washing are still recommended, at least until experts learn more about the performance of vaccines in real-life situations.