Nationwide, some police unions have pushed back against mandated COVID-19 vaccinations, even though COVID was their officers’ top killer in 2020 and 2021.
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Maine reports spike in hospitalizations to near-record levels
The 223 COVID-19 patients hospitalized in Maine on Monday is close to the peak of 235 on Sept. 25.
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Richmond Town Office closes temporarily due to COVID-19 contacts
Town manager encourages residents to use online services for town business after Town Office employees come into close contact with a person who tested positive for COVID-19.
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Moderna says its low-dose COVID shot works for kids 6 to 11
Moderna hasn’t yet gotten the nod to offer its vaccine to teens but is studying lower doses in younger children while it waits.
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Portland-area office market in limbo as employers consider next steps
Many companies have decided they can’t permanently abandon their offices, but they still aren’t sure what to do with the space.
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Our View: Vaccine for young kids is good news for everyone
Shots will soon be available for children 5-11, which will help protect the most vulnerable in our communities.
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Ed Sheeran has COVID, will do performances from home
Ed Sheeran breaks the news on social media days before his new studio album is due out.
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Africa tries to end vaccine inequity by replicating its own
A team of young scientists in South Africa is assembling the equipment needed to reverse engineer Moderna’s coronavirus vaccine.
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Florida’s top doctor refuses mask, is told to leave meeting
Democrats have opposed the appointment of Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo, criticizing him for comments and actions related to the pandemic.
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Hospitalizations from COVID-19 remain high in Maine
Number of people at hospitals with the virus Sunday hits 201, including 71 in critical care.