Arkansas has ended its mask mandate, as well as Arizona, and Alabama’s ends April 9.
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Pfizer says its COVID-19 vaccine protects younger teens
Pfizer says its COVID-19 vaccine is safe and strongly protective in kids as young as 12.
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Three Lewiston-Auburn restaurants temporarily close due to COVID-19 cases
The Holy Donut in Auburn is closed until further notice, while Gritty’s pub will reopen Wednesday and Chick-a-dee of Lewiston will reopen Thursday.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
PPP loan applications extended until May 31
Maine employers have 2 more months to apply for the program, which has brought more than $3 billion to the state over the past year.
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BioNTech raises COVID vaccine target to 2.5 billion doses
The company also announced it’s developing two new formulations: a ready-to-use vaccine that can be stored at fridge temperatures and a freeze-dried version that could be stockpiled.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
State health officials tell vaccine-eligible Mainers: ‘This is your week’
Maine CDC’s director says robust supplies and ample appointment slots mean people who are 50 or older should try to get shots as younger Mainers wait for the eligibility window to open wider.
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With business travel lagging, Portland lands direct flights to cities around the U.S.
The new flights could be temporary or long-term, depending on their popularity and the recovery of business travel.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Maine Med executives: Nurses union trying to tear us down to build themselves up
California-based National Nurses United doesn’t share our values, and they’ll make it harder for us to work collaboratively with our nurses to address their concerns.
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Sen. Breen: The ‘Back to Basics’ Budget gives Mainers the stability to rebuild
Maine lawmakers should fund essential services now and keep the government running while debating any new spending or policies.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Nearly 100 students, staff quarantined in Wales-based school district
One student each in Sabattus, Wales, Litchfield schools tests positive for COVID-19.