The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S. and the world. The coronavirus pandemic appears to be leveling off in most of the United States, with new cases, deaths and hospitalizations all down over the past week, but the plateau leaves the country with high and persistent infection numbers and worries of a […]
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Posted inBusiness, Maine
National eviction ban may help thousands of Mainers – for now
A moratorium on certain pandemic-related evictions has been imposed through the end of the year, but many say further congressional action is needed to address the threat of mass homelessness.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine
Where are all the bankruptcies experts predicted?
A surge in personal and business bankruptcy filings was a projected result of the pandemic-induced recession, but filings in Maine were down 50% in August from a year earlier. That trend could change.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
Teachers and families brace for a very different start to school year
Students in many schools will start returning to classrooms this week, though some districts are reporting significant numbers of students opting to stay remote.
Posted inNation / World
Summer of COVID-19 ends with health officials worried
U.S. deaths from the virus more than doubled over the summer, to nearly 190,000.
Posted inOxford Hills, Schools & Education
Community support mixed as protesters object to student mask-wearing mandate
A small group protests in-school mask-wearing Monday morning in front of Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School in Paris.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Fairfield orchard looking at safe ways to host Maine Apple Sunday with same traditions
The Apple Farm is hoping to be able to provide hayrides this year and other festivities, but with safer protocols in place such as mask-wearing and social distancing.
Posted inMaine, News
Labor Day rally calls attention to need for aid during pandemic
In Portland, labor leaders and workers call for legislation to protect workers, assist state and local governments, and boost unemployment benefits for struggling Mainers.
Posted inNation / World
Northeastern dismisses 11 students who gathered in hotel room
The dismissal underscores the steps universities nationwide are taking to deter behavior that could accelerate the spread of the virus on campus.
Posted inMaine
Sanford pastor remains defiant, engages religious liberty attorney
Todd Bell preached again to an in-person congregation at Calvary Baptist Church on Sunday, according to a live internet audio stream of services.