In case COVID-19 makes it impossible to reopen the campus in January, students are asked to take care of their belongings before leaving for the extended Thanksgiving break.
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Worries about a virus vaccine grow and experts are planning extra scrutiny
U.S. health officials are planning an extra layer of safety scrutiny for the first people vaccinated when shots become available.
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New stimulus deal unlikely before election, Mnuchin says, though talks with Pelosi continue
The two have been negotiating for a couple of weeks despite the long-shot prospects for success.
Posted inNation & World
The Latest: Macron announces curfews as COVID-19 rises in France
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S. and the world.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Maine reports 47 new cases of COVID-19, no additional deaths
Maine has become one of the first states to launch a centralized public database of cases in public and private schools.
Posted inBusiness, Food
The Wrap: Walkers launches food truck, Snapperfest arrives Sunday
Hot dogs and craft beer will be on tap at Snapperfest, and Banded Brewing opens in Portland.
Posted inNation & World
HBCUs receive millions to expand coronavirus testing
A $15 million grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will creating testing hubs throughout the country.
Posted inHealth, Nation & World
Coronavirus cases are rising in U.S., sparking worries that next big wave has begun
The rising numbers are especially concerning because they set the stage for an even greater surge this winter, when the virus will be helped by drier conditions and people spending more time indoors.
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As virus concerns cancel Halloween celebrations, local families look to socially distanced trick-or-treating
Traditional trick-or-treating is considered “higher risk” by the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention, but officials say there are ways to celebrate Halloween with only “moderate” risk, including one-way or socially distanced trick-or-treating where candy is left out or lined up for kids to pick up without touching anyone else.
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Maine Mariners: We need fans to have a season this winter
Unless the state budges on its indoor gathering limits, the puck will not be dropped at Cross Insurance Arena.