The state ordered all restaurants and bars to close, but they can offer takeout.
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Posted inOpinion
Virus outbreak means (mis)information overload: How to cope
Already, text messages predicting a nationwide lockdown have circulated, along with social media posts telling people that one way to get tested for the virus is by donating blood or warning that mosquitoes can carry it. All are untrue.
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Posted inOpinion
How living with brain cancer prepared me for pandemic
The uncertainties of this pandemic are all real concerns, but I’ve learned from living with cancer that there is no crystal ball. To constantly try to peer into the crystal ball to answer these unknowns is an exhausting and often futile task. It has taken me 16 years to learn that instead of focusing on the “what-ifs,” it is best to take life day by day.
Posted inNews
Sun Journal Week In Photos: March 15-21, 2020
Our photographers were out documenting how Lewiston-Auburn dealt with the coronavirus pandemic.
Posted inMaine
Nonprofits try to maintain services amid high demand, limited resources
Nonprofit leaders say they are following the recommendations from public health officials, while still trying to deliver essential aid to people across Maine.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn
Western Maine Transportation suspends GreenLine, Lisbon connectors
LEWISTON — Western Maine Transportation will suspend its GreenLine Connector beginning Monday and continuing through April 3. Riders are instructed to call WMTS for alternative transit options. In addition, the BlueLine pilot is suspended through Friday. The first morning run and last evening run on the Lisbon Connection is suspended through April 3. The Brunswick […]
Posted inNation / World
Senate negotiators cite progress on coronavirus bill after day of drama and rancor
Overall, the legislation is aimed at flooding the economy with capital to revive businesses and households that have been knocked off course by fears about the virus’ rapid spread.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Restaurants tweak menus, boost deliveries during COVID-19 pandemic
Servers have transitioned to delivery drivers at Augusta’s State Lunch, while other businesses look to trim their menus to offer only the strongest sellers.