coronavirus Archives - The Portland Press Herald

Arts & Entertainment

Maine authors find an eager audience with virtual events

by Bob Keyes April 18, 2020April 18, 2020

The success of online book launches and author talks could start a trend that outlasts the pandemic.

Op-eds, Opinion

Commentary: Crisis gives policymakers, families chance to learn from Maine’s charter schools

by John Mullaney Special to the Press Herald April 18, 2020April 17, 2020

The end of the emergency should be a time to assess how K-12 education needs to change to truly meet students’ needs.

Maine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion

Maine Voices: Do not forget the hidden epidemic of child abuse

by Amanda Brownell, Sarah Labonte and Lawrence Ricci Special to the Press Herald April 18, 2020April 17, 2020

It is more important than ever for us all to try to stay connected, to support families and to protect children.

Op-eds, Opinion

Commentary: There are big holes in Trump’s state reopening plan

by Max Nisen Bloomberg Opinion April 18, 2020April 17, 2020

It calls for careful action, but leaves plenty of room for recklessness.

Local & State, News

Child protection workers caring for their own kids can’t get paid leave

by Eric Russell April 18, 2020April 18, 2020

Although an emergency federal law expanded the Family Medical Leave Act, DHHS caseworkers and others in Maine are not eligible, so they must choose between protecting vulnerable children and keeping their own safe.

Editorials, Opinion

Another View: For all its faults, we need WHO now more than ever

by Los Angeles Times April 18, 2020April 17, 2020

Kneecapping an agency that plays a vital role in fighting communicable diseases worldwide is not in our best interest.

Health, Local & State, News

Number of virus patients in Maine hospitals flattened or decreased in the past week

by Colin Woodard April 18, 2020April 18, 2020

The Portland Press Herald’s analysis of hospital data suggests social distancing is keeping hospitals from being overwhelmed by COVID-19 cases, but experts say Mainers should stay the course to prevent a surge.

Business, Health, Local & State

Portland eases new restrictions on ‘non-essential’ businesses

by Rachel Ohm April 17, 2020April 18, 2020

The City Council will hold a workshop Monday to discuss rules for non-essential businesses after complaints about guidance prohibiting curbside pickup and shipping.