Some key points to consider as the state prepares to embark on more widespread testing for the coronavirus.
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Posted inMaine, News
Two outbreaks drive biggest single-day increase in new coronavirus cases
Tyson Foods in Portland and the Springbrook Center in Westbrook account for 52 of the 76 new cases reported Thursday, but no additional deaths are announced.
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Massachusetts man who isolated in rural Maine struggles with lingering health issues back home
Jeff, 61, who asked his last name not be used, is back in his home state, where he is still experiencing shortness of breath and now a heart problem after testing positive March 22 for the coronavirus.
Posted inAuto Racing, Sports
IndyCar to open its delayed season on June 6 at Texas Motor Speedway
Heavy safety precautions will be in place – including no spectators – with practice, qualifying and the race on the same day.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
OSHA investigating complaints that reopened salons, barbershops aren’t protecting workers
The federal agency has received 3 complaints that some shops that reopened Friday are not following the protocols established to protect workers from exposure to COVID-19.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine nets $20 million in federal bailout of U.S. fishing industry
Maine’s cut of the $300 million in funding under the CARES Act is nation’s fifth-highest.
Posted inMaine
Augusta firefighter tests positive for COVID-19, prompting quarantine of others
The Augusta city emergency services worker is now resting at home, while five others have been placed on a 14-day quarantine, according to the fire chief.
Posted inMaine
Breach of attorney-client privilege in Somerset County sparks concern in Maine legal community
The coronavirus pandemic has stripped lawyers of the surest way to communicate privately with clients: Face-to-face in a private room. Relying now on recorded telephone lines and videoconferencing systems, lawyer-client conversations are at risk.
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Maine to triple its virus testing capacity in partnership with Idexx
Gov. Janet Mills says that, soon, anyone who needs a coronavirus test will be able to get one.
Posted inBusiness, River Valley
Rumford tattoo shop looks to ink deal with state to open early
Ink Maine is one of Maine’s tattoo shops looking to open earlier than the current plan from Gov.Janet Mills.