Gov. Janet Mills and Maine CDC Director Nirav Shah discuss the increased testing capacity, new potential outbreaks and the state’s multiphase economic reopening plan.
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Bristol Seafood closes Portland plant for 2 days after COVID-19 cases confirmed
The seafood processor said it will clean its Portland plant and test workers after 5 tested positive.
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TV cliffhanger: Fall season in jeopardy amid virus shutdown
Studios, guilds and trade groups are huddling to find ways to ease a near-complete production shutdown.
Posted inHealth, Nation & World, News
Massachusetts company’s vaccine shows encouraging early results
Moderna’s announcement comes days after one of its directors stepped down to become chief scientist for Operation Warp Speed, a White House initiative to speed up vaccine development.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Portland pay as you throw program, parking regulations return June 1
PORTLAND — Parking enforcement and the pay as your throw curbside trash program will return next month after being put on hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic. Starting June 1 parking will again be enforced in timed zones and metered spaces throughout the city. All residential parking permits that expire June 30 will be automatically […]
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St. Peter’s Italian Bazaar in Portland canceled for 2020
PORTLAND — The Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland has canceled this summer’s St. Peter’s Italian Bazaar due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The annual event, held annually in mid-August to commemorate the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Feast of Saint Rocco, “draws thousands of people to Federal Street for […]
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The Latest: Trump threatens WHO with permanent cutoff of U.S. funds
The latest news on the coronavirus from around the U.S. and the world. WASHINGTON — President Trump escalated his threats against the World Health Organization over its handling of the coronavirus pandemic, saying he would permanently cut U.S. funding if it does not make sweeping reforms. He said that the international agency must demonstrate “independence […]
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No July 4 fireworks show this year in Portland
PORTLAND — The city has canceled its Fourth of July fireworks celebration because of the coronavirus pandemic, but plans are in the works for a virtual type of celebration. City Manager Jon Jennings “was forced to make the decision because large social gatherings are not permitted and budget constraints preclude the city from covering the […]
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Virtual music group videos engage Maine students, communities during pandemic
Their youthful, hopeful voices counterbalance the din of disturbing public health reports, gun-toting protesters and politicians dealing with an unprecedented global threat.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Remove barriers to improve school meals programs
The outbreak forced schools to adapt, and the results show the worth of providing meals for all kids, no questions asked.