Local chamber president anticipates the Twin Cities may be in for more ‘temporarily closed’ signs in the next few weeks.
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Maine employers unfazed by Supreme Court’s rejection of vaccine mandate
The court struck down a federal COVID-19 vaccination requirement for large employers, but many Maine companies are still requiring workers to get the shots.
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Spruce Mountain School District suspends tracing COVID-19 contacts
RSU 73 Superintendent Scott Albert cited new guidelines from the state CDC.
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Several UMaine teams sidelined this weekend because of COVID-19 cases
The Black Bears have had to postpone or cancel events for women’s hockey, women’s basketball, swimming and indoor track.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Metro warns of possible bus service interruptions
Some bus routes in Greater Portland may have reduced service starting next week because of staff shortages.
Posted inHealth, Nation / World, News
U.S. will launch website to provide 4 free at-home COVID tests
Americans shouldn’t expect a rapid turnaround on the orders and they will have to plan ahead and request the tests well before they want them.
Posted inHealth, Nation / World, News
How do I know if I have a cold, the flu or COVID-19?
Symptoms of common colds, the flu and COVID-19 can overlap, so experts say testing is the best way to determine what you have
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
State announces details of Guard deployment to help hospitals handle surge
Meanwhile, testing of wastewater for COVID-19 gives some reason for hope that the omicron wave won’t last as long as the delta surge.
Posted inNation / World, News, Sports
Novak Djokovic reportedly back in immigration detention in Australia
The world’s No. 1-ranked tennis player has a court hearing set for Sunday, the day before he is scheduled to play his first match in the Australian Open.
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COVID-19 pill rollout stymied by shortages as omicron rages
The pills are being carefully rationed, reserved for the highest-risk patients.