Of the 231 coronavirus infections reported by the Maine CDC on Sunday, 39% were in people under 30.
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Troubling gaps lie below the surface of Maine’s vaccination success
Differences in inoculation rates between urban and rural areas, as well as among age groups and genders, complicate the state’s efforts to defeat COVID-19.
Meet Christiane Northrup, doctor of disinformation
The Yarmouth obstetrician-gynecologist was once a best-selling self-help author and regular Oprah guest. Now she promotes extreme conspiracy theories about the COVID-19 pandemic, masks and vaccines.
Hospitalizations at Central Maine Medical Center remain high as new cases trend down
The Lewiston hospital saw record numbers of inpatients with COVID-19 and in critical care in April.
Maine CDC reports 417 new COVID-19 cases, five more deaths
Average case numbers are declining after weeks of steady increases, but hospitalizations continue to inch upward and demand for vaccine doses has slowed.
Maine suspends COVID-19 visitor testing and quarantine rules
The requirements will be reinstated if the state sees a spike in cases of variants, Dr. Nirav Shah says.
Chizzle Wizzle continues in Augusta for 130th year
Cony Middle and High School’s annual event won’t be able to have an audience this year, but community members will be able to watch the show from the comfort of home.
Two dozen inmates at women’s prison have COVID-19
The outbreak at the facility in Windham began 10 days ago.
Maine National Guard to hold vaccine clinics at BIW
The guard will make COVID-19 vaccinations available starting Thursday for employees at Bath Iron Works’ shipyard and off-site locations
Maine school leaders urge state to move quickly on COVID-19 guidelines for fall
As parents in some districts clamor for more in-person learning, the state’s superintendents are pressing state agencies to issue COVID-19 guidelines for the fall term as soon as possible.