The state’s 7-day average of new cases dipped further to 46 on Tuesday, the lowest number since late October.
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As U.S. deaths from COVID-19 near 600,000, racial gaps persist
On the way to the latest round-number milestone, the virus has proved adept at exploiting inequalities in the U.S.
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State reports just 13 new cases of COVID-19, fewest since last summer
The seven-day average of new cases dropped to 49, the lowest level since late October.
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Vaccinated visitors soon can take off masks at Disney World
Starting Tuesday, face masks will be optional for visitors to the theme park resort who are vaccinated.
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Freedom Day’ for England reopenings pushed back 4 weeks
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson confirms that the next planned relaxation of coronavirus restrictions will be delayed until July 19, as a result of the spread of the delta variant.
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Pulitzer Prizes awarded for coverage of pandemic, racial injustice protests
The Associated Press and The New York Times each won two Pulitzers, the most prestigious prize in journalism, first awarded in 1917.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Gov. Mills will end state of emergency for pandemic June 30
As part of her announcement, the governor also said the state will drop masking requirements for schools and day care centers.
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U.S. officials extend expiration dates on J&J vaccine doses
A Food and Drug Administration review concluded the shots remain safe and effective up to four and a half months. The shots were originally approved for just three months.
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Maine reports 65 new cases of COVID-19, no deaths
A mobile clinic opens a four-day run Thursday at Rising Tide Brewing Co., as the state presses ahead with its efforts to make vaccination convenient and accessible, especially for younger residents.
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Maine will lift physical distancing requirements for schools this fall
The Department of Education announced that remaining physical distancing requirements will be relaxed next school year and all schools should be able to offer full-time, in-person learning.