Maine fishing guides and officials across New England report there was greater interest in fishing in 2020, and some anticipate it will remain that way this year.
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Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Bill would allow online voter registration in Maine by 2023
Presently, Maine voters can request an application to register online but can’t fully register electronically, unlike in 38 other states.
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Posted inNation / World, Schools & Education
With new aid, schools seek solutions to problems new and old
Public schools in some cities are expected to receive more than $1 billion.
Posted inMaine
Surge continues as Maine CDC reports 295 more COVID-19 cases
Public health authorities worry that the elevated rate of infections could jeopardize efforts to achieve herd immunity as the state ramps up vaccinations.
Posted inNation / World, Uncategorized
Vaccine passports are latest flash point in COVID politics
Vaccine passports being developed to verify COVID-19 immunization status have become the latest flash point in America’s perpetual political wars.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine employers navigate complexities of office reopening
Companies would like to start bringing more workers back to the office, but the process is fraught with legal, ethical and health concerns.
Posted inMaine, News
Vaccine passports offer public health benefits but also stir debate
Requiring proof of vaccination for certain types of travel or admittance to large-scale gatherings is under consideration, but privacy and equity concerns may prevent widespread implementation.
Posted inNation / World, Religion & Values
Second pandemic Easter brings mostly more restrictions
Little is different this year, as many Christians celebrate on Sunday but there are some bright spots.
Posted inNation / World, News
U.K.: Benefits outweigh risks for AstraZeneca despite 7 deaths
They died from rare blood clots after getting the jab.
Posted inNation / World
Coming out of the cave: As life creeps back, some feel dread
Nearly half of survey respondents say they felt uneasy about adjusting to in-person interactions once the pandemic ends.