A Falmouth woman and her young son take an anxious trip to the store, only to find that other shoppers feel the same uneasiness about being out in public during a pandemic.
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Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Masks, meals, messages: Donations pour in to local hospitals
“We wanted as a community to see what we could do to try to cheer them on,” said one Lewiston gas station owner who donated thousands in gift cards.
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English Premier League still considering early end as government clears path to resuming
England wants games to resume, but the league also has contingency plans with clubs divided over safety and the use of neutral stadiums.
Posted inSports
For every pro sport, getting in game shape will be vital, and challenging
A full preseason might not be necessary, but the NBA, NHL and Major League Baseball will need to give its athletes time to prepare to play in full-speed games.
Posted inSports
No Calder Cup for first time since 1936 as AHL cancels season and playoffs
The 31-team American Hockey League is shifting its focus to next season, but there is still plenty up in the air for teams and players.
Posted inSports
With window closing, MLB owners to propose plan to union to salvage season
A plan to relaunch baseball is expected this week, but potential issues include safety for all personnel, rule changes, where to play and, of course, money.
Posted inNews
BIW worker attendance returns to pre-virus levels
Employee attendance at Bath Iron Works, which had been down 25% to 30%, returned to “pre-COVID levels” on Monday, according to David Hench, BIW spokesman.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Farms disrupted by coronavirus receive grants from MOFGA, Maine Farmland Trust
A total of $141,100 will be given to 76 farms across the state to help with issues brought on by the coronavirus.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Mainers are are driving more and taking more trips as restrictions ease
Vehicle traffic and smartphone location data indicate movement across the state has increased since April but remains far below pre-pandemic levels.
Posted inMaine, News
Dentists criticize Mills administration for not letting routine care resume
Maine is one of the few states that haven’t allowed dentists to reopen for routine visits, and some patients are suffering infections and other problems because they have not been treated.