From the Black Plague to the present coronavirus pandemic, social unrest has been part of the reaction to medical crises.
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Posted inNation / World
Shutdowns prevented 60 million coronavirus infections in the U.S., study finds
Another study estimated that the shutdowns saved about 3.1 million lives in 11 European countries and dropped infection rates by an average of 82%. Both reports were published Monday in the journal Nature.
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Posted inNation / World, News
Sweden’s prime minister rebuked as coronavirus deaths ignite political anger
More than 4,500 Swedes are now dead as a result of the coronavirus, and Sweden’s chief epidemiologist has admitted mistakes in the country’s COVID-19 strategy.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Revamped emergency loan program remains a short-term fix
Changes to the Paycheck Protection Program extend deadlines and loosen restrictions, but they still offer no solution to long-term revenue shortfalls.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Four Portland businesses change licenses to reopen earlier
Four bars and tasting rooms in Portland have changed their state licensing so they qualify as restaurants and can reopen in June.
Posted inSports
Fan experience to change profoundly amid COVID-19 pandemic
Games will be played without fans, or with significantly fewer fans, and the stadium experience will certainly not be the same as sports return.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine
Lakewood Theater in Madison adjusts schedule with late-summer start
The summer season for the Lakewood Theater, the longest-running summer theater in the country, has been rescheduled to begin in August to help protect the health and safety of staff members and theatergoers during the coronavirus pandemic.
Posted inMaine
Maine CDC reports one death, 46 new cases of coronavirus
Maine is nearing 100 deaths, but other coronavirus figures are looking more promising as the state’s economy reopens.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine Acts of Kindness: Warm hearts provide cash for those in need
An anonymous Portland couple is making an impact with the help of a friend, who delivers envelopes for them with a $100 bill and a message of support.
Posted inSports
Despite safety measures, opinions vary on restarting youth club sports
Organizers and parents weigh concerns about COVID-19 against the desire for kids to play sports once again.