At least 11 of the new cases are associated with an outbreak at American Roots, a clothing manufacturer in Westbrook that has been making personal protective equipment.
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The Latest: Millions of kids told full return to school in fall unlikely
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S. and the world. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Millions more children in the U.S. learned Friday that they’re unlikely to return to classrooms full time in the fall because of the coronavirus pandemic as death tolls reached new highs. It came as many states — particularly […]
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RSU 9 board gets surveys on school opening, busing
Data, so far, indicates most parents support in-school learning.
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Wilton selectpersons, school director reelected
Wilton voters reelected Swett, Leavitt and Faunce, approved RSU 9’s 2020-21 school year budget.
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RSU 9 voters approve the 2020-21 education budget
Ten towns voted on RSU 9’s $38.2 million education budget which appeared on ballots in two parts.
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BIW executive, family man took his life as depression mounted during pandemic
The stresses that took a toll on James Richardson, 54, are a broader concern for mental health care providers, who fear suicide rates will increase because of the isolation, uncertainty and economic pressures of the pandemic.
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Farmington’s Summer Fest canceled last minute
The Franklin Journal did not receive notice of the festival’s cancelation in time to change the article in Friday’s, July 17, print issue.
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NFL’s concerns over an on-time start are growing amid rise in coronavirus cases
The path forward for the National Football League is no longer clear-cut, according to people familiar with the league’s inner workings.
Posted inCheering, Football, Varsity Maine
Lost Lobster Bowl: Meet the area selections, Part 4
The fourth in a series of short Q&As with football players and cheerleaders who would have been participating in Lobster Bowl activities this week had the game not been canceled by the pandemic. Featuring athletes from Mt. Blue, Leavitt and Mountain Valley.
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2020 Spring Sports Senior Spotlights: Lisbon Greyhounds
Recognizing the spring sports seniors of Lisbon High School.