The proposal provides a safety net to businesses, workers and local governments and supports a ‘whole of government’ strategy to control and end the pandemic.
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Massive storms, outages force tough decisions amid pandemic
Do we open our doors to the neighbors? Should we stay in a hotel or go to a shelter? And what to do about hand-washing when there is no running water?
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Group drops recall effort against two Androscoggin County commissioners
Plan to remove Isaiah Lary of Wales continues after his anti-mask resolution was rejected Wednesday.
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Biden plunges into global debate over access to COVID-19 vaccines
He will announce Friday his plan for the U.S. to contribute $4 billion.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Updated: I’ve been vaccinated against COVID-19. Now what?
Masking, physical distancing and frequent hand washing are still recommended, at least until experts learn more about the performance of vaccines in real-life situations.
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New York lawmakers aim to curb Cuomo powers over nursing home issue
The governor is also fighting accusations that he threatened to ‘destroy’ an assemblyman who criticized him.
Posted inHealth, Local & State
COVID-19 hospitalizations continue to fall across Maine
The burden on the state’s hospitals remains above the spring surge’s peak but is down to pre-Thanksgiving levels.
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Biden’s $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief plan moves toward House vote next week
The plan includes $1,400 stimulus checks for most Americans, enhanced unemployment benefits and billions for state governments.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
More than 7,600 Maine employers approved for new pandemic aid
About $553 million in forgivable loans has been approved for Maine businesses under the Paycheck Protection Program’s current phase.
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France considers only one vaccine dose for people who had COVID
France’s health advisory body has recommended that one shot provides sufficient protection, acting like a booster shot, for previously infected people.