Defense Secretary Mark Esper has asked for a delay in any public announcement while he considers the recommendation, about which the president has offered seemingly contradictory views.
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Group opens support line for Maine youths during outbreak and beyond
The National Alliance on Mental Illness has a new mental health support line for Maine residents age 14 to 20.
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Decisions on thousands of unemployment claims fast-tracked by labor department
Rather than keeping people wondering until July about pending unemployment claims, the Department of Labor makes some assumptions and decides on 12,000 cases.
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The Virus Diaries: Soon-to-be grad stressed by hectic schedule
Emma Belanger, 17, of Gray keeps up with classes and homework, and the increased hours at her job as a cashier.
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Coronavirus relief pushing U.S. deficits, debt to staggering new heights
In a dire projection, the Congressional Budget Office says federal deficits will mushroom to $3.7 trillion in 2020.
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Virtual clinics give football coaches a chance to discuss the sport
Leavitt coach Mike Hathaway hosting Zoom sessions that bring coaches from Maine and beyond together in unique setting.
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World War II veteran and longtime physician dies from COVID-19
James Paras, a retired podiatrist and World War II veteran, is one of 11 people at the Maine Veterans’ Home in Scarborough who died from COVID-19.
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Protestors rally again at Augusta’s State House to ease stay-at-home restrictions
Approximately 70 people lined the streets, while others watched from parked cars and some vehicles circled the area, to protest executive orders signed by Gov. Janet Mills to keep people home and nonessential businesses closed.
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First lady sends gifts to hospitals dealing with coronavirus
Melania Trump has sent blankets, caps and other items to hospitals in 10 states, including some hit hardest by the pandemic.
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Georgia businesses reopen cautiously amid coronavirus worry
Gov. Brian Kemp relaxes a monthlong shutdown amid experts’ warnings of a potential surge in infections.