Tyson Foods, which has had 10 confirmed cases, will clean the facility over the weekend while awaiting employee test results.
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Hospitalizations of Maine COVID-19 patients flatten or decline for 3rd week
Despite outbreaks in a Portland poultry processing plant and a Bangor homeless shelter, hospitalizations are down in those cities from a week ago.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine
Republicans seeking U.S. House seat criticize Gov. Mills’ plan
Three contenders in Maine’s 2nd Congressional District call for state to reopen more quickly than the governor’s plan envisions.
Posted inMaine, News
Mills defends reopening but acknowledges deep divisions, as virus kills 2 more Mainers
Gov. Janet Mills drew attention to the reopening of some businesses under the first stage of her plan Friday and urged critics to be aware of the health risks of moving too quickly.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Reopened businesses face pent-up demand on first day
Barber shops, hair salons, pet groomers and auto showrooms reopened Friday, some of the first to allow customers in over a month.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World, News
Fauci warns states rushing to reopen: ‘You’re making a really significant risk’
If governors rush to reopen when their states aren’t ready, Fauci cautioned, it will likely set back the progress the states have made.
Posted inBethel, Business, Maine, Oxford Hills
Bethel brew pub owner tells Tucker Carlson he will defy state order and open Friday
Rick Savage, owner of the Sunday River Brewing Co., said his restaurant is ready to serve people safely.
Posted inNation / World, News
After day of armed protesters and lawsuit threat, Michigan governor extends state of emergency
It was the latest power clash between Democratic governors and Republicans in state legislatures.
Posted inNation / World, News
The Latest: New York nursing home reports 98 deaths linked to coronavirus
The medical expert has walked a fine line in delivering scientific information to the public that at times has contradicted President Trump.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
School districts rethink graduation under new state guidance
Schools are considering virtual ceremonies or in-person celebrations at later dates, though new guidance from the governor means large gatherings might still not be possible through the summer.