The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S. and the world.
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Posted inPortland Forecaster
Accounting firm pulls out of downtown for new digs
Overall, the city’s commercial real estate market has fared “remarkably” well during the pandemic, according to the Boulos Company.
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Posted inPortland Forecaster
Emergency order, outdoor dining extended until May 10
PORTLAND — As a part of the extension of the city’s emergency order related to the coronavirus pandemic, restaurants will be able to continue offering outdoor dining into spring. The City Council Monday unanimously decided to allow restaurants to offer al fresco dining until May 10. The council’s Economic Development and Housing Committee was scheduled […]
Posted inLocal & State, News
States add online vaccine registries, as Maine plans for vaccine expansion
The state reported 597 new cases and 9 additional deaths on Tuesday.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, The Forecaster
Guest column: Red Cross grateful for Mainers who support its mission
As one of the longest and most challenging years of our lives draws to a close – with the promise of a vaccine offset by the gravity of staggering infection rates and devastating loss of loved ones – we would like to take a moment to reflect on the amazing resilience of our Red Cross […]
Posted inHealth, Nation & World, News
U.S. health officials say they plan to stick with two-dose vaccine regimen
Some public health experts have debated whether it is worth taking a scientific gamble by altering the two-dose regimen to maximize the number of people partially protected.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Trebek urged support for COVID-19 victims in one of his last shows
The longtime and beloved ‘Jeopardy!’ host said, ‘We’re trying to build a gentler, kinder society and if we all pitch in just a little bit, we’re going to get there.’
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Larry King, hospitalized with COVID, moved out of ICU
Broadcast legend Larry King, 87, is no longer receiving supplemental oxygen.
Posted inNation & World
Vaccination drive enters new phase in U.S., Britain
The second round of shots starts around the country.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Q&A: I’m a seasonal Maine resident. Can I still get a COVID-19 vaccine here?
From ‘snowbirds’ to the evolving thinking over vaccination age groups, we answer questions about the state’s COVID-19 vaccination plan.