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Pandemic likely to cost Maine cities and towns over $124 million this year
In a report to the Legislature, the Maine Municipal Association says communities are reporting reduced sales tax revenue, fewer fees collected, and lost motor vehicle excise tax revenue.
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Brunswick food trucks keep on truckin’ during pandemic
Mr. Tuna, a Portland-based sushi restaurant, plans to join Taco the Town and Danny’s Dogs on Maine Street on Tuesday.
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Bar Harbor hospital says at least 35 potential COVID-19 spreaders from other states have been in area
Out-of-state visitors took tests at home but didn’t learn they tested positive until they were in Maine and possibly interacting with others.
Posted inNation / World
Advice from a woman who survived cancer, the 1918 flu – and COVID-19
Mildred Geraldine “Gerri” Schappals was not particularly health-conscious throughout her life, yet she seems to have a bulletproof immune system.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World
White House explores Trump acting on his own on coronavirus relief
The White House is concerned about the economic impact of Friday’s expiration of $600-a-week supplemental benefits.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine reports 15 new cases of COVID-19, one additional death
The state has had success using an automated system to help people exposed to the virus report symptoms, according to a study by the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention.
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COVID-19 cases among blueberry workers worsen farm labor shortage
Maine health officials are confident that two outbreaks at Hancock County businesses will not spread, but if migrant workers are sidelined because of the coronavirus, there may not be enough local workers to fill those gaps.
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Maine courts will allow public, press to watch hearings online
The Maine Judicial Branch is asking for $8.5 million in emergency federal funds to improve those video and telephone hearings.
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Maine CDC reports 21 new cases of coronavirus, no more deaths
Of the 12 patients with COVID-19 in Maine hospitals on Sunday, four were in intensive care and one was on a ventilator.