The governor’s order, which took effect Wednesday, applies to businesses in seven coastal counties and large inland cities including Auburn, Augusta, Bangor and Lewiston.
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By the numbers: COVID-19 cases and deaths in Maine, the U.S. and the world
Reported cases by country:
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United sending layoff notices to nearly half of U.S. employees
The airline says that it will offer early retirement benefits and that furloughing 36,000 employees in October is a worst-case scenario.
Posted inNation / World, Schools & Education
Trump threatens to withhold funding to schools that don’t fully reopen, attacks CDC guidelines
Trump’s threat ran contrary to the traditional Republican stance of giving more control over schools to localities, rather than the federal government.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine reports 20 new COVID-19 cases, no deaths, as testing expands
The state has gone 5 consecutive days with fewer than 25 new cases, and its rate of positive tests continues to fall.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser
Camera placement at Livermore town office complex clarified
Town Clerk Renda Guild expressed concern over confidentiality issues regarding vital statistic information.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser
UMaine System announces in-person classes in the fall
All seven of UMaine system’s campuses will resume in-person classes, requiring students and faculty to wear masks and practice social distancing.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser
Wilton casts votes on July 14
Ten percent of Wilton’s voters have filed for absentee ballots.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser
Cadagan gives July 4th concert for Clearwater Lake boaters
Local band Cadagan wanted to give back to their fans with a barbecue, party and concert, but plans were changed due to COVID-19.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser
Farmington celebrates 4th with impromptu freedom walk
With area 4th of July celebrations canceled because of COVID-19, America’s independence and freedoms were celebrated with a walk from the municipal building to the Franklin County Courthouse Saturday morning.