Drew Desjardins, who runs an educational outreach program in Lewiston called Mr. Drew and His Animals Too, said that he, like many other small business owners in Maine, is feeling the pressures caused by the spread of the coronavirus and is looking for ways to keep the 150 exotic animals he houses at his business fed.
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Area news about coronavirus cancellations, closings and updates
April Spring Fling Craft Fair canceled HARTFORD — Due to the COVID-19 alerts and social distancing recommendations, the annual Hartford Spring Fling Craft Fair planned for Saturday, April 4, at the Town Hall is canceled. The public will be notified if a new date is chosen. For more information, text or call 207-713-8944 or email […]
The art of social distancing: How to stay healthy and sane
For most, it’s an inconvenience, but not a life-changing one.
Social distancing causing confusion, misunderstandings
LEWISTON – It’s a reasonably quiet day in downtown Lewiston, but near the end of Pierce Street, off Birch, comes the sounds of laughter, shouting and horseplay. It’s the clamor of young people at play and in ordinary times, it’s a common sound, even a cherished one. But these are not ordinary times. With the […]
Golf courses offer respite from virus anxiety, at least for now
Several southern Maine courses are open with dramatically modified operating policies designed to keep golfers and staff safe.
Maine congressional delegation seeks medical equipment from U.S.
They’re asking the U.S. Department Health and Human Services for help in protecting health care professionals fighting the coronavirus.
Drive-in theaters find themselves suited to now
Social distancing fuels a temporary surge in business at some drive-ins.
Maine now has 70 confirmed coronavirus cases
Those include 41 cases in Cumberland County; meanwhile, a sixth presumptive positive test is reported by OceanView at Falmouth.
Coronavirus stranding Winthrop couple at sea
Scott and Dona Ferguson’s cruise to celebrate retirement goes astray due to the coronavirus outbreak.
A new message on coronavirus in hard-hit areas: Don’t get tested
Health officials say the battle to contain the virus is lost, and broad testing will burn through supplies needed in ICUs.