The same class that had their training suspended in March, but made headway in April and had only two in-person training regimens to go.
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Governors, mayors ratchet up restrictions heading into Thanksgiving
A record-breaking nearly 70,000 people were hospitalized with the coronavirus in the U.S. as of Sunday, 13,000 more than a week earlier, according to the COVID Tracking Project.
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The Latest: Cruise lines seeking volunteers for CDC-ordered ‘test’ voyages
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S. and the world.
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Maine CDC reports 14 new outbreaks, 173 new cases as virus surges across state
Moderna announced Monday that early tests indicate its vaccine is 95% effective. Last week, Pfizer announced that tests showed its vaccine is 90% effective.
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Maine ski resorts prepare for winter season during pandemic
Ski areas are taking measures to enhance social distancing inside and outside, and at least one resort is considering a controversial reservation system to ease crowding.
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Maine Nordic centers expect a busy winter
Many are moving sales operations outside or across multiple buildings in an effort to spread out skiers during the pandemic.
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In photos: The week COVID-19 surged in Maine
It’s been predicted since the beginning of the pandemic, and last week it was clear as the number of coronavirus infections grew sharply.
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Saint Joseph’s College closes campus after surge in COVID-19 cases
The private school in Standish says 12 students have tested positive in the past week, forcing it to immediately transition to a remote learning system.
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Michigan, Washington state order new restrictions as U.S. passes 11 million coronavirus cases
Congress remains deadlocked on an aid package, and Trump’s refusal to concede the election holds up the transition to a Biden administration.
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Biden advisers to meet vaccine firms as Trump stalls handoff
The meetings are planned even as the presidential transition remains stalled because of President Trump’s refusal to acknowledge that he lost the election.