Zhang Zhan went to Wuhan in February and posted on various social media platforms about the outbreak that is believed to have emerged in the city late last year.
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More COVID-19 vaccines in the pipeline as U.S. effort ramps up
A vaccine made by Novavax Inc. is the fifth to reach final-stage testing in the United States.
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Health care providers outside hospitals feel ‘neglected’ in vaccine rollout
Some who aren’t part of Maine’s large hospital systems say thousands of independent health care providers have been left out of the state’s initial vaccine rollout, even if they work in high-risk settings.
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State rejects Sunday River Brewing Co.’s appeal of license loss
The Bethel restaurant and bar had hoped a hearing officer would reverse a decision by state officials against renewing the business’ eating and catering license.
Posted inNation & World
People with coronavirus are still getting on planes. No one knows how many.
Airlines ask travelers to disclose if they have coronavirus symptoms or a diagnosis, but not everyone complies.
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Vaccine rollout expands to emergency medical responders
Distribution of vaccines to licensed EMS workers in Cumberland County is ramping up this week, starting in Portland, Scarborough and Gorham.
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Maine CDC reports 21-case outbreak of COVID-19 at Hannaford distribution center in Winthrop
An outbreak at Winthrop’s ADUSA Distribution LLC appears to be a product of “community transmission,” according to officials.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Taped stage shows, live fireworks for New Year Gorham
Four stage acts will be broadcast on local access Channel 3 and a fireworks show will be live from Narragansett Elementary School.
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Fate of Trump’s $2,000 stimulus checks now rests with Republican-led Senate
Despite approval by the House, it remains unclear if enough Senate Republicans will shelve their opposition to higher payments to support the president’s request.
Posted inNation & World
Calls keep soaring at crisis hotlines: ‘It spiked and hasn’t stopped’
The steady increase in people reaching out to crisis hotlines and text lines across the country sends a sobering message about the overall emotional impact of the pandemic.