March 2020
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, The Forecaster
Portland Water District assures customers water is safe
PORTLAND — The Portland Water District assures its customers that water from the tap is safe to drink during the coronavirous pandemic. The district uses dual water treatment, ozone and ultraviolet light to kill pathogerns and inactive viruses. COVID-19, which is caused by the virus, is primarily spread through close contact between people or infected […]
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Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies
Biddeford, Saco, OOB, county government announce operational changes
Some offices closed to the public, some procedures changed.
Posted inNation & World, News
Europe bans travel amid virus threat to its free-flowing economy
The European Union proposed a temporary halt to non-essential travel.
Posted inNation & World, News
U.K. resists coronavirus lockdowns, goes its own way on response
In its go-slow approach, Boris Johnson’s government is resisting the tough restrictions adopted on the continent.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
Students find inspiration in People of Portland
A Casco Bay High School performance ends the juniors’ months-long exploration of the real-life stories of resilient residents.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Portland Forecaster, Southern Forecaster
Portland early reader program expands outreach
Starting Strong’s Talking is Teaching campaign is being expanded to South Portland and Westbrook.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
City curfew in place to combat virus
Food and take-home instruction is being provided to Portland students while schools are closed between now and March 30.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
State closes all Bureau of Motor Vehicles offices
While all branch offices and the mobile unit will remain closed until further notice, many transactions can still be processed online.
Posted inNation & World, New England Patriots, Sports
Tom Brady’s reportedly going to Buccaneers after leaving Patriots
The quarterback ends a 20-year stretch in New England that included six Super Bowl championships.