The $37 million released this week is enough to help about 75,000 low-income families this year.
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The Virus Diaries: Facing a cancer diagnosis during the pandemic
‘You have to work to find things to think of that are positive,’ says a Scarborough woman awaiting the start of cancer treatment.
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Maine Acts of Kindness: Online chats help older adults avoid isolation
The University of New England’s Center for Excellence and Aging is helping adults 55 and older to stay connected during the pandemic.
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As civil cases are stalled by coronavirus, technology keeps them going
State and federal courts have suspended hearings and trials.
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Birthing centers around central Maine adjusting to deliveries during pandemic
As more information becomes available, doctors assure patients that they will continue to work within CDC guidelines and keep their patients and staff as safe as possible.
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Churches prepare for virtual Easter Sunday Services
Hosting virtual services for the past four weeks of social distancing has helped prepare local churches for Easter Sunday.
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U.S. testing capacity in ‘ballpark’ for May reopening, Trump adviser says
Adm. Brett giroir says the U.S.is working on four forms of diagnostics it needs to reopen the economy.
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Trump leaves trail of unmet promises in coronavirus response
The coronavirus pandemic gave rise to bold promises by President Trump as he led the response in the United States.
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GOP leaders hit brakes on virus aid as governors seek help
Republicans in Congress say they prefer replenishing a $350 billion small business program rather than negotiate the broader coronavirus package Democrats are pushing.
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Easter tornado threat poses safety dilemma during pandemic
Deep South communities face a double-edged safety dilemma in deciding how to protect themselves.