The board did not come up with a solution, but will take the answers they gained with them to the Nov. 3 meeting to evaluate the situation in a couple of weeks.
coronavirus
Posted inHealth, Nation / World, News
Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine more than 90% effective in kids
The shots could begin in early November – with the first children in line fully protected by Christmas – if regulators give the go-ahead.
advertisement
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
With 575 new infections, Maine exceeds 100,000 COVID-19 cases since pandemic began
Transmission continues to be high, especially in parts of the state with low vaccination rates.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
Auburn School District implements universal masking
The rise in cases in schools reflects an increase in cases in the larger community.
Posted inHealth, Oxford Hills
Oxford County has 2nd highest COVID-19 positivity rate in state, edging out York County
Oxford County’s positivity rate is second only to Androscoggin County after a midweek bump in new cases.
Posted inRiver Valley
COVID-19 outbreak at Rumford Community Home grows to 65 cases
The 84-bed skilled nursing and assisted living facility has reported four resident deaths.
Posted inMaine Celtics, Sports
Mariners, Maine Celtics see spike in season ticket sales despite COVID protocols
Even with new entry policies requiring a proof of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test result, the two pro sports franchises are seeing a big increase in fan interest this year.
Posted inHealth, Nation / World, News
What’s the latest advice on the type of mask I should wear?
Health experts say it’s important to find a mask that’s comfortable so you’ll actually wear it as the coronavirus continues to circulate
Posted inHealth, Nation / World
CDC approves expanded rollout of COVID vaccine boosters
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says certain Moderna and Johnson & Johnson recipients qualify for boosters, and opens the option of ‘mixing and matching’ vaccines.
Posted inNation / World, News
Pfizer says booster shot restores full COVID protection
A booster was shown to be 95.6% effective against symptomatic COVID in a Pfizer Inc. and BioNTech study.