Swimmers in the 39th annual event that benefits the YMCA of Southern Maine can log their 2.4 miles in a variety of ways and over multiple days this year.
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‘It’s bleak’: Naples businesses face uncertain future
The owners of some seasonal businesses said they don’t know how they’ll rebound from the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Football coaches, players react to cancelation of Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl
The annual all-star game that benefits Shriners Hospitals will not be played this summer because of the coronavirus.
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Maine registrations rise as seasonal residents trade in out-of-state plates
Some people who pay taxes on Maine property and live in the state part of the year now want Maine license plates to avoid public shaming, say town officials..
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, Politics
House to vote on targeted fixes for small-business loan program
The stand-alone bill would make changes to the small-business loan program sought by hotels, restaurants and other industries.
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BIW president says production delays pose a challenge to company’s future
In a rare interview, Bath Iron Works President Dirk Lesko said the shipbuilder must be more nimble and catch up on a backlog of work to compete for new contracts.
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Former WWE wrestler saved his son before being pulled under by a riptide
Shad Gaspard, a former WWE wrestler, apparently told lifeguards to “take my son” after the two were swept away in a riptide. Lifeguards saved his son, but Gaspard’s body was recovered Wednesday.
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Unpaid utility bills, lower usage threaten to push rates higher in Maine
It’s too early to tell how much more customers might pay, and when, as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, and to what degree utility investors could share the burden.
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Analysis: NFL taking baby steps toward reopening for all 32 teams
So many issues – from safety to competitive balance to social distancing – need to be considered before all teams can move toward a possible season.
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National federation gives Maine guidance for reopening high school sports
The National Federation of State High School Associations sets out a three-phase plan to ease athletes back into competition.