While the Maine CDC reported 25 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 and three new probable cases Wednesday, it lowered previously reported numbers based on subsequent testing.
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The Latest: White House, Republicans agree to virus testing but aid bill shifts
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic around the U.S. and the world. WASHINGTON — Senate Republicans and the White House reached tentative agreement late Wednesday for more testing funds in the next COVID-19 relief package, but deep disagreements over the scope of the $1 trillion in federal aid have forced a shift in strategy. Facing […]
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Our View: Congress must go big on coronavirus relief
With cases of the virus spiking, we’ll all suffer if individuals and businesses don’t get enough aid.
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Biden unveils caregiver plan, says Trump ‘quit’ on country
The Democratic presidential candidate promises to spend $775 billion over 10 years to increase tax credits for low-income families, bolster care-giving services for seniors and provide preschool for all 3- and 4-year-olds.
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Coronavirus will ‘get worse before it gets better,’ Trump says
He also continues his newfound encouragement of Americans to wear masks.
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Rask reveals he broke a finger on his glove hand as Bruins prepare for restart
Boston goalie Tuukka Rask expects to be ready for the Bruins opener on Aug. 2, but backup Jaroslav Halak is also making preparations to play.
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Pandemic hurting Americans’ finances in disparate ways, poll shows
Younger people were more likely to have lost a job, put themselves at risk of exposure or delayed paying bills.
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Jacksonville’s Republican mayor backs sheriff’s concerns about virus safety during convention
Republican Sheriff Mike Williams called planning for event security is “past the point of no return.”
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Europe heaves sigh of relief as EU strikes deal on coronavirus recovery
The effort overcame a north-south divide that has plagued previous crises confronting the continent.
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Federal eviction moratorium ends this week, putting 12 million tenants at risk
Housing advocates are pressing Congress to help, but so far, a new relief bill being crafted by Senate Republicans doesn’t address the issue.