At a news briefing Thursday, Health and Human Services Commissioner Jeanne Lambrew said the DHHS ‘got assurances’ that selective vaccination processes will not continue at MaineGeneral Health.
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Stuck in D.C., Biden team pitches rest of America on ‘go big’ virus aid
A main goal of the administration is to stop people from getting bogged down in the tangle of partisan deal-making and convince them that every penny of the package is needed.
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Romney unveils plan to provide $3,000 per child, giving bipartisan support to President Biden’s effort
The emergence of Romney’s child benefits plan could give the White House an opportunity to incorporate policies with bipartisan support into its relief package.
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Sitting on billions, Catholic dioceses amassed taxpayer aid
As the pandemic began to unfold, scores of Catholic dioceses across the U.S. received aid through the Paycheck Protection Program while sitting on well over $10 billion in cash.
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Maine aims to begin vaccinating 65- to 69-year-olds for COVID-19 in early March
Gov. Janet Mills says the state expects to have two-thirds of Mainers age 70 and older vaccinated by the first week of March.
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The Latest: Volunteer army helps Florida elders book coveted COVID shots
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S. and the world.
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Maine lenders report less demand for latest round of pandemic relief loans
Reduced demand for Paycheck Protection Program loans is likely the result of stricter requirements, other funding options and the recovery of some industries.
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‘Cowards’: Anti-maskers berate Androscoggin commissioners who vote to postpone action on resolution
The 4-3 vote postpones a decision on a statement rejecting Gov. Janet Mills’ order to halt spread of COVID-19.
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Study finds COVID-19 vaccine may reduce virus transmission
The research also suggests that the AstraZeneca vaccine offers strong protection for three months on just a single dose.
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Both sides to appeal ruling on Portland’s hazard wage
The Portland Regional Chamber is appealing part of Monday’s ruling that said voters had the legal authority to set a higher emergency wage scale.