Large employers in central Maine had begun to comply with the federal vaccine-or-test requirement Monday, while the U.S. Supreme Court deliberated over a challenge to the mandate.
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Augusta school officials say new rule making COVID-19 contact-tracing optional will help reduce staff workload
COVID-19 contract tracing was required for schools, but the omicron variant is spreading so fast officials say it’s impossible for schools to keep up.
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Supreme Court halts COVID-19 vaccine rule for businesses, but allows it for health care workers
The court’s conservative majority concludes the administration overstepped its authority by seeking to impose the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s vaccine-or-test rule on U.S. businesses with at least 100 employees.
Posted inNation & World
Biden to double free COVID tests, add N95s, to fight omicron
Biden’s comments come as his administration’s focus is shifting to easing disruptions from the spike in cases.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Gov. Mills addresses pandemic, Maine’s economic recovery at Waterville chamber breakfast
The Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce based in Waterville hosted the January Business Breakfast at the Best Western Plus Grand Hotel.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Southern Maine hospitals inundated as COVID-19 patient numbers hit new high
The omicron variant continues to sweep through Maine and the country, leading to increased hospitalizations and disruptions of schools and businesses.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Pingree and Collins press Postal Service for answers on mail delays
Some Maine residents have complained in recent weeks that regular mail is being delayed for days or going undelivered.
Posted inHealth, Nation & World, Schools and Education
Kids’ low COVID-19 vaccination rates called ‘very disturbing’
Stormy weather in December, the busy holiday season, and distrust among some parents are all cited as factors.
Posted inHealth, Local & State
Maine doctor’s license suspended over COVID-19 misinformation
Meryl Nass of Ellsworth is an internist who is active in Children’s Health Defense, a group that agitates against vaccines and vaccine mandates.
Posted inHealth, Nation & World
Insurers are being required to cover home COVID-19 tests. Here’s how to get yours for free
The Biden Administration announced Monday that insurance companies would be required to cover the cost.