Eighty-five refrigerated trucks have been sent to New York City hospitals and the medical examiner’s office opened a makeshift morgue.
March 2020
Posted inNation & World
Virus disrupts pregnancy plans, raises anxiety and questions
One study shows that of 33 infants born to infected women, only three babies tested positive, and transmission likely happen during or after birth.
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Toilet paper shortages pose troubles for local sewage systems
As more people rely on flushable wipes amid widespread toilet paper shortages, Maine’s DEP and wastewater treatment facilities advise that the public be diligent about what they’re flushing.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports, UMaine Sports
UMaine’s Gendron a finalist for Spencer Penrose award
Red Gendron is one of eight finalists for the NCAA Division I men’s hockey coach of the year honor after leading the Black Bears to an 18-11-5 record.
Posted inSports
Still TB12: Brady gets a gift from his new teammate – a No. 12 jersey with the Bucs
Tampa Bay receiver Chris Godwin has worn No. 12 since he was in high school, but decides to give it up for his new quarterback Tom Brady.
Posted inTimes Record, Uncategorized
Brunswick renews shelter in place order with slight adjustments
The first change raises the number of children allowed in a child care setting from 10 to 12, and the second allows for “legal accounting and title services that cannot reasonably be accomplished remotely.” The town also temporarily suspended the required use of town trash bags.
Posted inBusiness
Trump pushes $2 trillion infrastructure package in next coronavirus bill
This would be the fourth bill Congress has passed in response to problems created by the virus.
Posted inNation & World
White House projects 100,000 to 240,000 U.S. deaths from virus
The figure only applies if current social distancing guidelines are maintained.
Posted inTimes Record
Bath closes city buildings to protect employees, public from virus
Essential services including curbside trash collection and fire and police services remain available.
Posted inLakes Region Weekly, Local & State, News
Prominent Naples man is Maine’s first publicly identified coronavirus victim
Rick Paraschak died Sunday of complications from COVID-19. His family remembers him as driven and committed to helping others.