Operators of name-brand hotel, restaurant and service chains and franchises with thousands of employees at locations scattered across the U.S. are eligible for the federal loan program.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Coronavirus fears extinguish open burns in parts of central Maine
As more people seek permits to burn off brush in an annual rite of spring, state and local fire officials are urging people to wait — if they can — over coronavirus concerns.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
Some worry online learning may leave some Augusta students behind
City schools are taking steps to help students keep learning during the coronavirus-driven closure, but not all students have access to the necessary technology.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Massachusetts man who tested positive for coronavirus while in Maine counts himself lucky
The 61-year-old man said the key during his diagnosis has been a positive mental attitude, coupled with exercise, drinking liquids and a good diet.
Posted inNew England Patriots, Sports
Patriots plane ferries critical masks from China to United States
Robert Kraft sent his team’s jet to pick up a shipment of 1 million masks for health care providers.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Bitter business for maple syrup makers amid virus outbreak
The sap has been flowing for weeks in trees in Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont, but syrup sales may not be so sweet amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Posted inLocal & State, News
The Virus Diaries: ‘I don’t want to come in contact with people’
A 65-year-old Harrison man who suffered a blood clot in his lungs two years ago is happy to be secluded in a rural area during the pandemic.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Southern Maine communities call for out-of-state visitors to quarantine for 2 weeks
South Portland, Cape Elizabeth and Old Orchard Beach urge new arrivals from outside Maine to isolate for 14 days.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, Politics
COVID-19 closes hot spot for campaigning, but politicians remember
U.S. Sen. Susan Collins cites Simones’ Hot Dog Stand, a Lewiston landmark since 1908, as a reason for federal COVID-19 help for small businesses.
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
Pleasant Mountain trails closed to hikers
Loon Echo Land Trust closes the four trails at Pleasant Mountain in Bridgton and Denmark – a popular hiking destination – at the request of local fire departments.