As cases are diagnosed in record numbers, some are still claiming that it’s no big deal.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State
Maine music venues, theaters say stimulus funding will keep them from closing
Arts presenters are feeling optimistic about the bill passed by Congress.
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Posted inHealth, Nation & World
Studies find having COVID-19 may protect against reinfection
The results bode well for vaccines, which provoke the immune system to make antibodies – substances that attach to a virus and help it be eliminated.
Posted inNation & World
A season of fear, not cheer, as COVID-19 changes Christmas
The patchwork of restrictions being imposed by local and national governments across the world varies widely, but few holiday observances will look normal this year.
Posted inNation & World
COVID relief bill morphs into a test of GOP loyalty to Trump
On Thursday, House Democrats who also favor $2,000 checks for Americans will all but dare Republicans to break with the president.
Posted inTimes Record
Bath shipyard continues reporting new COVID-19 cases
Bath Iron Works has reported new cases nearly every day for the past five weeks. As of Wednesday, 57 workers have tested positive so far this month, according to the company’s website.
Posted inTimes Record
More options planned for Brunswick cross country skiers this winter
As well as opening new cross country skiing trails, Brunswick town officials recently purchased a new $22,000 ATV and $5,000 trail grooming attachment to better laydown tracks.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Safety a higher priority than sales for many small retailers
Already struggling because of the pandemic, they are taking extraordinary steps this holiday season to try to lessen the spread of the coronavirus.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Despite warnings, thousands of Mainers expected to travel for holidays
Winter holiday travel will be far less prevalent than in previous years, but many will still hit the road as public officials urge caution amid the raging pandemic.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Jobless claims remain high in Maine as pandemic rages
Nearly 3,000 more state unemployment claims were filed last week as President Trump casts doubt on an aid package that would benefit tens of thousands of jobless Mainers.