The initial rollout will be limited and experts say masks and social distancing will still be necessary.
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Posted inNation & World
U.S. allows 1st emergency use of a COVID-19 antibody drug
Bamlanivimab is a one-time treatment for people 12 and older with a case not requiring hospitalization.
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Mayor Jason Levesque clarifies position on masks during Auburn council meetings
Despite Gov. Janet Mills’ recent executive order that strengthened rules on wearing face coverings in public, the mayor says he will not always wear a mask during meetings.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Maine CDC tackles vaccine challenges as Pfizer announces promising results
Cold storage requirements are a logistics issue for the Pfizer vaccine, says Dr. Nirav Shah, Maine’s CDC director.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
To meet safely during pandemic, new Legislature eyes Augusta Civic Center
The upcoming session is expected to begin at the 49,000-square foot civic center, where members of Maine’s 130th Legislature will be sworn in – socially distanced.
Posted inCross Country, Sports, Varsity Maine
High school cross country state championships canceled
The Maine Principals’ Association based its decision on the surging number of COVID-19 cases and a new requirement for student-athletes to wear masks while running.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Report links Maine’s post-pandemic economic recovery to clean energy efforts
Efforts to boost renewable and efficient energy use in the state also could help the economy recover lost jobs, according to a report by the Mills administration.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
Superintendent, parents confident in protocols as COVID cases rise
Nine cases have been reported at Portland Schools, but to date there has been no in-school spread.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Ten UMaine facilities employees test positive for coronavirus
All but one of the 10 employees work in an administrative role and they are all isolating in private residences, the university said.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Trump election party draws scrutiny as guests including Ben Carson test positive
Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson is among the latest administration officials to contract the virus.