Skowhegan police Chief David Bucknam organized a parade for Axton Gayne, whose fourth birthday was Saturday but he could not have a party because of social distancing required by the coronavirus pandemic.
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Unlike 2008 crisis, pandemic has no leader and no global plan
The U.N. secretary general says each country in the G-20 used a different strategy instead of implementing a unified plan.
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DHS report: China hid virus’ severity to hoard supplies
The analysis states China didn’t tell the WHO that the virus ‘was a contagion’ for most of January so it could order supplies from abroad.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Seguin Island could lose $12,000 this summer due to pandemic
The 64-acre island located 2.5 miles from the mouth of the Kennebec River will be open to boaters, but the lighthouse and gift shop will be closed this summer in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, Schools and Education
KVCC students, 3D printing club produce face shields for health care workers
When the coronavirus pandemic arrived in central Maine, students at Kennebec Valley Community College in Fairfield had the equipment, know-how and organization to make equipment to help slow the spread of COVID-19.
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Photos: Staying fit during a pandemic
Many places are still closed, but Mainers are taking to playgrounds, running the roads and walking in parks to work out.
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Battered global tourism industry makes reopening plans
It’s predicted demand won’t return to normal until 2023.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, Religion and Values
At drive-up church service, Waterville pastor urges stability, kindness during pandemic
Centerpoint Community Church on West River Road holds its first drive-up service Sunday, at which the Rev. Craig Riportella asks parishioners to practice compassion and kindness, not division and anger.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Times Record
Technology integrators help Hallowell-area schools connect teachers with students during COVID-19
Regional School Unit 2 Superintendent Mary Paine said the district’s three technology integrators are helping teachers offer the best education possible during the coronavirus pandemic.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Hallowell fabric shop doing its part as one of central Maine’s essential businesses
WhipperSnappers Quilt Studio owner Lynn Irish say the process of applying to be an essential business took only a day.