New England Cancer Specialists has asked more than 230 patients who went to the office last week to stay home and watch for symptoms.
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Central Maine police altering procedures in response to coronavirus
Some central Maine law enforcement agencies said officers may handle nonemergency calls by telephone and should practice social distancing.
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Latest: Democrats in Congress seek at least $750 billion in economic aid
The latest information on the coronavirus pandemic from around the world. CONGRESS CONSIDERS ‘URGENT FEDERAL ACTION’ TO EASE ECONOMIC BLOW With an urgency unseen since the Great Recession, Congress is rushing to develop a sweeping economic lifeline for American households and businesses suddenly capsized by the coronavirus outbreak. Democrats said at least $750 billion would […]
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NY, NJ, Connecticut to close bars, eateries to fight virus
Governors of New York, Connecticut, New Jersey said Monday they have agreed to close bars, restaurants, movie theaters and casinos starting at 8 p.m. Monday
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State blocks utility disconnections during health crisis
The Maine PUC issues an order telling all utilities to cease disconnections until further notice.
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Maine employers send workers home, make drastic changes
The coronavirus is forcing large Portland-area businesses to adopt new rules to keep workers healthy and business humming.
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Commentary: I’m an American in Italy, where 60 million are trapped by the coronavirus. It’s horrific
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Commentary: How to help workers laid off in the coronavirus crisis
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Coronavirus how-to: Which is better, soap or sanitizer?
Clean those hands, in whatever way you can.
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Asian shares bounce after Wall Street dive and warning of recession
The rebound follows news that the Trump administration plans strong support for airlines stricken by the coronavirus outbreak and is pushing the Senate to enact a massive stimulus package to ease losses for businesses and individuals.