Workers are being lost to pandemic fears.
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Posted inNation & World
Forty percent of people with coronavirus have no symptoms. Might they be the key to ending the pandemic?
New research raises the possibility that some of us may be partially protected due to past encounters with “common cold” coronaviruses.
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Posted inNation & World, Uncategorized
The Latest: Brazil surpasses 100,000 deaths from COVID-19
RIO DE JANEIRO — Brazil has surpassed a grim milestone — 100,000 deaths from COVID-19. And five months after the first reported case, the country is showing no signs of crushing the disease. The nation of 210 million people has been reporting an average of more than 1,000 daily deaths from the pandemic since late […]
Posted inLocal & State, News, Uncategorized
Crown Jewel restaurant will close for the season
The Portland island restaurant lost its lease after launching a boat delivery service from its marina location, the owners said.
Posted inLocal & State
Maine CDC reports 12 new coronavirus cases, one additional death
The overall prevalence of COVID-19 has remained low enough in Maine to allow some schools to reopen for in-person instruction.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Tom Allen: Congress must act to keep students connected
Schools can’t reopen successfully without bipartisan support for smart policies to bridge the digital divide and serve rural and underserved areas.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: By increasing federal support for Medicaid, Senate can save hospitals, lives
Voting for this policy will reveal that our lawmakers value compassion, justice and the human right of access to health care.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Portland Public Library committed to welcoming you back safely
We’re offering a popular no-contact pickup service, we’re seeking submissions for a COVID archive and we’ll soon eliminate overdue fines.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: U.S. needs an airplane mask mandate
People who go barefaced in crowded cabins endanger everyone on board.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
Maine teachers unions worry about safety as school plans progress
With just weeks to go until the start of school, teachers say a lot of questions remain unanswered.