Tom Moore’s family used social media to help him get donations to support health care workers during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Massachusetts recruiting 1,000 ‘contact tracers’ to identify those possibly exposed
The $44 million, time-intensive plan involves a call to someone who has tested positive for the coronavirus, and then a follow-up with everyone that person was in close contact with.
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Windham business owners offered coronavirus impact loans
The Town Council also appointed Brett Jones to fill a vacancy on the board.
Posted inSports
WWE cuts wrestlers after its business was deemed ‘essential’ in Florida
The WWE, which was given permission to run its shows – without fans – in Florida, announces budget cuts that include on-air talent.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Union, Bath Iron Works agree to extend contract
The contract will be extended for a month while the nation is in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Portland’s Old Port Half Marathon & 5K canceled
The popular event, scheduled for June 6, is likely to be held instead as virtual races. There are no refunds for the roughly 3,000 runners who have already registered.
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Relief checks begin arriving as economic damage piles up
The world’s biggest economy began issuing one-time payments this week to tens of millions of people as part of its $2.2 trillion coronavirus relief package.
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U.S. Anti-Doping Agency experimenting with in-home testing
Normal testing protocols are falling short during the coronavirus pandemic, and sprinter Noah Lyles is happy to be part of the pilot program. ‘I’m clean, come test me,’ he said.
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In Brief: April 17
Beach to Beacon still on – for now CAPE ELIZABETH — Organizers of the 2020 TD Beach to Beacon 10K road race are still going ahead with the planned Aug. 1 date, but are monitoring the coronavirus situation closely. “We are currently proceeding as planned while carefully monitoring the most recent information and guidance available […]
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Cuddledown making free masks for health care workers
The Yarmouth-based down bedding manufacturer and retailer has shifted some of its focus to manufacturing cotton masks for donation to Maine health care organizations.