Travelers should check the fine print on policies, says Maine Insurance Superintendent Eric Cioppa.
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Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
New York City restaurant workers face a new fear: The future
The restrictions on businesses from the coronavirus have thrown New York City’s vibrant restaurant culture into turmoil and owners wonder if staffers and diners will feel safe to eat out anytime soon.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Central Maine churches getting creative to keep services going
Members of central Maine churches have gathered for Zoom and drive-in services for community connection.
Posted inMaine
Portland poultry plant to be idled 3 days because of COVID-19 outbreak
Tyson Foods, which has had 10 confirmed cases, will clean the facility over the weekend while awaiting employee test results.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine
Ogunquit Playhouse cancels season for first time since World War II
The summer’s lineup included shows directed by Jason Alexander and B.D. Wong.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Augusta, Kennebec County secure CARES funds for coronavirus expenses
The funds, awarded by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Justice Programs, are intended to help defray public safety costs stemming from the coronavirus pandemic.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Hospitalizations of Maine COVID-19 patients flatten or decline for 3rd week
Despite outbreaks in a Portland poultry processing plant and a Bangor homeless shelter, hospitalizations are down in those cities from a week ago.
Posted inBusiness, Elections, Maine
Gov. Mills becomes a target for Republicans aiming at U.S. House seat
Three congressional contenders in Maine’s 2nd District call for state to reopen more quickly than the governor’s plan envisions.
Posted inMaine, News
Mills defends reopening but acknowledges deep divisions, as virus kills 2 more Mainers
Gov. Janet Mills drew attention to the reopening of some businesses under the first stage of her plan Friday and urged critics to be aware of the health risks of moving too quickly.
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Reopened businesses face pent-up demand on first day
Barber shops, hair salons, pet groomers and auto showrooms reopened Friday, some of the first to allow customers in over a month.