Almost 1.2 million people passed through U.S. airports Sunday.
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Congress returns with virus aid, federal funding unresolved
The only absolute must-do business is preventing a government shutdown when a temporary spending bill expires on Dec. 11.
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The Latest: Trump coronavirus adviser Scott Atlas leaving White House job
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S. and the world.
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Beware of COVID-19 scams as vaccine approaches FDA approval
Homeland Security investigators are preparing for the scams, especially after the mess of criminal activity this year with phony personal protective equipment, false cures and extortion schemes.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine looks ahead to 12,000 doses of Pfizer vaccine within weeks
As the state reports 249 new cases and three more deaths, Maine’s CDC director says the initial shipment would be used to inoculate health care workers who face risk of infection.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Nation & World
Moderna seeks emergency use of coronavirus vaccine as results confirm effectiveness
U.S. hospitals have been stretched to the limit as the nation has seen more than 160,000 new cases per day and more than 1,400 daily deaths.
Posted inMaine, News
Mainers find silver linings, even in these worst of times
More time to reflect, pursue passions and spend with family has been an upside for many.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, Schools and Education
Oakland area school district reports 2 COVID-19 cases, exposures over Thanksgiving break
A person associated with Williams Elementary School in Oakland and another person connected with the district tested positive over the weekend, Regional School Unit 18 Superintendent Carl Gartley wrote.
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Lawmaker learns of positive test while meeting with Trump
The source of this report spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss the private session because the matter is politically sensitive.
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U.S. may see ‘surge upon surge’ of virus in weeks ahead, Fauci warns
The nation’s top infectious disease expert also said Sunday that he does not expect current recommendations around social distancing to be relaxed before Christmas.