Energy demand is down because of the pandemic, but utility bills unpaid by tens of thousands of people left jobless by the pandemic could drive electricity prices upward in some places in coming months
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Posted inNation & World
Virus spread feared where water is scarce around the world
Some 3 billion people have nowhere to wash their hands with soap and clean water at home.
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Posted inNation & World, Schools and Education
For tech and trade students, online classes can’t replicate hands-on training
Many come from low-income households and such careers are a path out of poverty.
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In Mexican border cities, many fear virus is coming from U.S.
Tijuana is second only to Mexico City in infections, despite its relatively small population.
Posted inNation & World
Holiday amid pandemic: Americans divided on how to respond
Meanwhile, Latin America is the latest epicenter of the virus that has killed at least 338,000 people worldwide.
Posted inMaine
Maine CDC reports 65 new coronavirus cases, 2 more deaths
The rising case numbers reflect an increase in testing but also the worrying possibility of an independent increase in the virus’s spread.
Posted inNation & World
The Latest: Pasta factory in Spokane reports virus outbreak
Several thousand followers of Spain’s far-right Vox party gathered in Madrid and other cities to protest the government’s handling of the coronavirus outbreak.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: How you can help Maine businesses recover
Eat out a little more often. Buy gift cards. And if you visit a local business, take the proper precautions so others will feel safe there.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Will lockdowns really kill more people than COVID-19 itself?
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Bureau of Veterans’ Services: How to remember our heroes this Memorial Day
Most formal events have been canceled, but there are still ways to honor those who gave their lives in defense of the country.