Eleven months after the global coronavirus pandemic was declared, three restaurant owners talk about pushing past profound challenges to start or sustain their new businesses.
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‘Obamacare’ sign-ups reopen as Democrats push for more aid
Application are being accepted until May 15, a period about twice as long as annual open enrollment.
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Average new U.S. virus cases below 100,000 for 1st time in months
The last time it was this low was Nov. 4.
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Self-care, regular check-ins needed to help students maintain mental health
Hall-Dale Middle School teacher Dani Quirion has seen positive changes in her students since incorporating mindfulness exercises with her sixth-graders.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine CDC reports 120 new COVID-19 cases, two more deaths
Reflecting the lower trend in case counts, Maine officials last week moved all school districts to the lowest-risk ‘green’ category.
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How Maine weathered the second surge – and what lies ahead
Maine dodged the worst of COVID-19 last spring and summer, but the virus got the upper hand as the seasons changed. Now the race is on to vaccinate our way clear of mutant strains.
Posted inNation & World
Virus-muffled Mardi Gras hits New Orleans’ party-loving soul
The annual pre-Lenten celebration is muted this year because of the pandemic.
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Tight supply creates reluctance over federal vaccine sites
Governors say their biggest need isn’t a new distribution system; it’s just getting more doses.
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Lauded early in pandemic, Cuomo now panned on nursing homes
The New York governor faces intensifying accusations that he covered up the true death toll.
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Italy’s new premier focused on pandemic recovery aid
Mario Draghi, 73, is an economist who previously led the nation’s central bank.