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In historic move, Supreme Court hears first arguments by phone

by MARK SHERMAN and JESSICA GRESKO Associated Press May 4, 2020May 4, 2020

It is the first time audio of the court’s arguments is being heard live by the world and the first arguments by telephone.

Health, Nation & World, News

Pence acknowledges he should have worn a mask during Mayo Clinic visit

by John Wagner and Hannah Knowles Washington Post May 4, 2020May 4, 2020

It is a rare admission of a mistake by a senior Trump administration official.

Nation & World, News

The Latest: COVID-19 vaccine hunt heats up globally, but still no guarantee

by From news services May 4, 2020May 5, 2020

The U.N. secretary-general says the target sought Monday would amount to only a ‘down-payment’ toward a vaccine, new treatments and better tests for the disease.

Business, Nation & World, News

J.Crew files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

by ANNE D'INNOCENZIO Associated Press May 4, 2020May 4, 2020

More bankruptcies across the retail sector are expected in coming weeks.

Local & State

Q&A: Portland police chief talks stress, change and policing during pandemic

by Matt Byrne May 4, 2020May 4, 2020

Frank Clark was hired eight months ago to lead the state’s largest police department, but he never imagined he would be leading during such unprecedented times.

Business, Food, News

Questions riddle restaurant reopenings, from capacity limit to customer appetite

by Meredith Goad May 4, 2020May 4, 2020

Restaurateurs in Maine at last have a date for reopening, but many wonder to what extent they can or should.

Ask ME, Local & State

Will more churches offer drive-in services? Are marinas opening? When do I have to wear a mask?

by Gillian Graham May 4, 2020June 2, 2025

Part of an occasional series answering readers’ questions about Maine. Q: Will more churches offer drive-in worship services? And how will that work? A: Several Catholic parishes plan to offer drive-in Masses, the first of which were scheduled for Sunday in Lewiston and Auburn. More will be held next weekend, including in Gorham. But many […]