The Waterville Board of Education on Monday voted 6-1 to extend school closure to April 27.
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Talks on $2 trillion bill to ease economic pain from virus drag on
Sticking points remained as negotiations went late into the night.
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Governor puts restrictions on nonessential businesses
The restrictions took effect at 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday and will last for 14 days.
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First responders adapt to virus risks, brace for staff and equipment shortages
First responders must help the public during the pandemic while taking extra steps to avoid getting sick themselves. It’s a delicate balance, they say.
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Trump agencies push rollbacks on health, environmental regulations as pandemic rages
The proposed rule would require disclosure of the raw data behind any scientific study used in the rulemaking process, including confidential medical records.
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African jazz great Manu Dibango dies in France of virus
Manu Dibango fused African rhythms with funk to become one of the most influential musicians in world dance music.
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The Latest: Peak of virus cases in New York expected to swamp hospitals
India has imposed the world’s largest lockdown, restricting nearly one-fifth of the world’s population.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Families getting a crash course in distance learning
With brick and mortar schools closed because of the coronavirus, our kids need boundaries, routine and the right space in order to study online.
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The Virus Diaries: ‘I feel paralyzed by fear,’ says Turner woman with health problems
Lizette Deschenes, 67, has a compromised immune system and is afraid leave her apartment during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Bill Nemitz: She would be at her husband’s side – if only she could
A hospital’s new ‘no visitors’ policy, rightfully aimed at curbing the spread of COVID-19, renders a possible end-of-life moment all the more painful.