The doses are being directed to facilities that are vaccinating older Maine residents, who are at higher risk from COVID-19.
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The Latest: Second coronavirus shot may come as long as 6 weeks later, CDC now says
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S. and the world.
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Face shields worn by 2 lawmakers not effective against transmission of COVID-19, says Maine CDC
Top lawmakers are urging their colleagues to stop ‘trying to skirt basic health and safety rules’ with face shields that the state’s health agency says don’t protect adequately against coronavirus transmission.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Educating and caring for students during full-remote learning
The RSU 9 community found ways to provide instruction for students during the district’s first week of full-remote learning.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Process begins to replace Wilton’s water, sewer transmission lines
The board also approved the town’s farmers’ market location and a topographical survey for the Wilson Lake retaining wall.
Posted inFranklin, The Franklin Journal
Giving to neighbors through the Buy Nothing Project
The Buy Nothing Mt. Blue Area Facebook group is promoting a neighborly, gift-giving economy in Franklin County.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn
‘Not unexpected’: Lewiston hospitals see uptick in COVID-19 patients
There’s been an uptick in numbers, but a St. Mary’s spokesman said the hospital was prepared for it.
Posted inRiver Valley, Rumford Falls Times, Schools & Education
Rumford Elementary School closed due to COVID-19
The two-week shutdown is scheduled to end Feb. 5
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
Photo: Lewiston students return to classrooms
Students return after nearly a month away from their schools.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Dr. Nirav Shah: The demand for vaccines outstrips supply
During a virtual Great Falls Forum discussion Thursday, the Maine Center for Disease Control director answered a range of questions about the pandemic, the timeline for vaccinations, and mental health.