‘This demonstrates that the virus has a sort of intelligence,’ says the mayor of an Italian city that’s been the epicenter of three surges.
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Homeless central Mainers ‘feel so stuck’ navigating pandemic winter
The struggles of homelessness have been accentuated by the COVID-19 pandemic, as already tight housing stock over the last year has become even tighter while state protections against evictions limit new housing options.
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The Latest: Las Vegas benefits as Nevada eases some virus rules
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S. and the world.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Biden, Democrats prevail as Senate OKs $1.9 trillion virus relief bill
The huge measure – its total spending is nearly one-tenth the size of the entire U.S. economy – is Biden’s biggest early priority.
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Maine CDC reports 185 new cases of COVID-19, no additional deaths
Vaccine eligibility was widened this past week to school staff members, and Maine is relaxing travel and business restrictions ahead of the tourist season.
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What’s in the Senate’s $1.9 trillion COVID bill? Checks, unemployment insurance and more.
The Senate’s version is slightly different from the House bill, and some key provisions remained in flux Friday night.
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New York cinemas reopen, brightening outlook for theaters
For a business that has been punished by the pandemic, the resumption of moviegoing in New York is a crucial first step forward.
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With larger gatherings allowed, Maine schools rethink graduation plans
Decisions have yet to be made, but some superintendents said Friday that they are optimistic the new gathering size limits will help them hold graduations that more closely resemble traditional celebrations.
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Maine bar owners cautious about reopening after year of closure
The state announced Friday that bars and tasting rooms can reopen at the end of this month, although capacity will still be limited.
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Maine businesses optimistic about summer season with eased restrictions
One hotelier said that getting news of the changes was like being given ‘a Christmas gift in March,’ but it also came with new concerns and fears.