From the experience for the kids to finances and sponsorships, the coronavirus pandemic is having an impact on youth leagues throughout the United States.
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Maine CDC reports 65 new coronavirus cases as long-term care facilities are hit hard
DHHS Commissioner Jeanne Lambrew said the state is taking additional steps to ensure nursing and long-term care homes have adequate emergency plans in response to outbreaks at several facilities.
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Posted inKennebunk Post, Southern Maine Weeklies
Community Harvest meal initiative aims to ease hardships
The organization teams with restaurants in Neighbors Caring for Neighbors program.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Nation & World
Andrea Bocelli’s Easter performance reaches millions, even with no fans there
Bocelli, 61, live-streamed a solo Easter program titled “Music For Hope – Live From Duomo di Milano” from the grand cathedral.
Posted inNation & World, News
Navy reports first coronavirus death from Roosevelt crew
A sailor who was hospitalized in intensive care on Guam last week has died of coronavirus-related complications.
Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies
Biddeford company’s innovation provides safety for first responders
Face shields are donated to local first responders and medical facilities.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Locker Project joins city schools’ effort to feed students
PORTLAND — The Locker Project will supplement the free breakfasts and lunches the Portland school district is providing while schools are closed due to the coronavirus pandemic. The district’s Food Service Department provides free breakfasts and lunches to students 18 and younger Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to noon. That effort will be supplemented […]
Posted inThe Forecaster
Downeaster service temporarily suspended
PORTLAND — The Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority has temporarily suspended Amtrak Downeaster passenger rail service. The suspension will remain in effect through at least April 30 when the governor’s emergency declaration related to the coronavirus outbreak is set to expire. “The railroad tracks are still active. Freight trains will continue to operate, as […]
Posted inThe Forecaster
Portland looking for shopping volunteers for elderly
PORTLAND — The city’s Office of Elder Affairs is starting a temporary volunteer service to provide grocery shopping and food delivery to elderly residents during the coronavirus pandemic. Portland residents 65 or older who are unable to go to a grocery store or food pantry and have no family or friends able to help are […]
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Who’s getting these hundreds of billions in the government aid? The public may be in the dark.
The rescue legislation does not compel the Small Business Administration to disclose the identity of the recipients.