The most frequently cited lesson from the H1N1 response may already be hampering the upcoming distribution of the coronavirus vaccines: the danger of overly ambitious government messaging.
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Posted inNation & World
The Latest: States tightening anti-virus restrictions amid case surge
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S. and the world.
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Maine resists additional restrictions even as state hits second-highest daily case total
Many states have begun implementing more strict measures to combat the spread. Maine has held off so far, but officials say all options are on the table.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Resilience Corps to help local governments through pandemic
PORTLAND — Greater Portland Council of Governments has teamed up with AmeriCorps to launch the Resilience Corps to support area government in their recoveries from the coronavirus pandemic. According to GPCOG, 14 Resilience Corps members will work on projects “related to regional, community or organizational resilience and help to accelerate civic innovation, climate action, racial […]
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: On National Take a Hike Day, make a plan to explore Maine trails this winter
In a year when we have not been able to gather with family and friends as we used to, our trail system can bring us together safely.
Posted inNation & World, News
Cruise lines seeking volunteers for CDC-ordered ‘test’ voyages
Thousands of cruise fans have responded, but CDC requirements suggest the cruises aren’t intended to be fun days at sea.
Posted inElection 2020, Nation & World
Pandemic politics leave D.C. in gridlock as virus surges
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell refuse to budge in either direction on aid packages.
Posted inTimes Record
Days before Thanksgiving break, 2 Bowdoin employees, 1 student test positive for COVID
So far, the college has reported 8 positive COVID-19 cases this semester — four students and four employees.
Posted inLocal & State
Claim filed against Big Moose Inn on behalf of Maplecrest patient from Madison who died from COVID-19
The reception for the wedding that turned into a superspreader event was held at the Big Moose Inn in Millinocket. The inn’s attorney stated that transmission of the disease likely happened at earlier events.
Posted inTimes Record
Maine State Music Theatre weathers continued setbacks of pandemic
Maine State Music Theatre is trying to plan for a ‘triumphant return’ in 2021, but continued financial, state and union roadblocks are slowing efforts.