Patients and staff members are tested for coronavirus Wednesday after a patient tested positive; it is not yet known how the patient got the virus.
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Maine CDC reports 38 new COVID-19 cases, ramps up testing
The director of the Maine CDC says more widespread testing is being done in congregate care settings, and national commercial labs have increased their test capacity.
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U.S. meat plants are changing, signaling end of 99-cent chicken
Companies are considering how best to redesign their operations to prevent infections, including by automating some lines altogether.
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Water company says pipes in buildings should be flushed after shutdowns
Maine Water recommends building owners should flush pipes to get rid of any contaminants after prolonged closures.
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The Latest: U.S. could face ‘darkest winter’ in virus rebound, whistleblower to tell House panel
Dr. Rick Brights testimony will follow a similar warning this week by Dr. Anthony Fauci, the government’s top infectious-disease expert.
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New Englanders look to Maine for haircuts, but barbers and stylists try to cut them off
Maine was the first state in the region to allow barbers and hair salons to open May 1, prompting people from as far away as Connecticut to ask for appointments.
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Churches congregate in cars
Drive-in sermons may become the new norm for churches as they adapt to state-mandated restrictions that prevent large groups from gathering for weekly services.
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Livermore town office, transfer station looking at June 1 for more services
Barring any huge spikes in COVID-19 cases, Livermore is planning a re-open date of June 1 of the town office to the public and accepting demo and bulky waste at the transfer station.
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AP Source: Poll of NBA players shows desire to play, if safe
A person familiar with the results of poll of NBA players taken by their union says there would be “overwhelming” support for any plan that has this season resuming in a safe way amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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Training from home is almost routine for some Olympic athletes
The coronavirus crisis has forced many athletes to be creative as they try to continue their training.