WASHINGTON — President Trump won’t be throwing out the first pitch at Yankee Stadium next month after all. Trump tweeted Sunday that he won’t be able to make the trip because of his “strong focus” on the coronavirus, vaccines and the economy. Trump said in the tweet: “We will make it later in the season!” […]
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Maine CDC reports 24 new cases of coronavirus, no more deaths
Hospitalizations for COVID-19 are still low, at 14 patients, though that’s a slight uptick from Saturday.
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Lessons emerge from a workplace outbreak
How companies respond can play a significant role in limiting the spread of COVID-19. Maine CDC officials say a Westbrook manufacturer – American Roots – set the standard.
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Game on? High school administrators wary of sports this fall
Some athletic directors in Maine are forging ahead with plans for interscholastic sports, but others believe that intramurals may be the best option during the pandemic.
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The Maine Millennial: Living in the first 10 minutes of a disaster movie
Four months into the COVID crisis, we are finding out which of February’s ‘emergency measures’ are now ‘lifestyle changes.’
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Summer without the fair leaves foul feeling in the air
Organizers, vendors and 4-H’ers take a financial hit from fair cancellations, and you can kiss fried dough goodbye.
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Maine ATV dealers ‘can’t keep the showrooms stocked’
Dealerships have sold out of inventory and have back orders with manufacturers as demand skyrockets during the pandemic.
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Agency doubles meals provided to isolated older Mainers during pandemic
With help from volunteers, the Southern Maine Agency on Aging has adapted its programs to address growing need among vulnerable older adults.
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Mnuchin: Virus aid package soon, $1,200 checks by August
The Treasury secretary says Republicans are set to roll out the next aid package on Monday.
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Sinclair pulls show where Fauci conspiracy theory is aired
‘America This Week’ had featured an interview with an anti-vaccine activist who says the doctor manufactured the coronavirus and shipped it to China.