Conscious of Mainers’ independence and protective of constitutional rights, the governor comes to strict distancing orders deliberately, even as they extend to the state’s highest office.
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Isolation, disruption of routine hard on children and adolescents
Mental health experts are worried about the effects of long-term isolation on young people.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment
This Smithsonian exhibit says something powerful about Native Americans, even through your screen
When it comes to reimagining themselves for the pandemic age, museums might have a tougher time.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
The Maine Millennial: Quick and professional, a layoff still stings
Millions of Americans are filing for unemployment, but it feels different when it happens to you.
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Support Wyden-Klobuchar bill to allow voting by mail nationwide
Our democracy can survive only if the people have a safe, secure method for voting, especially during this crisis. Five states currently use “voting at home” statewide: Colorado, Hawaii, Oregon, Washington state and Utah. Sixteen other states provide it for some counties or local elections. Since 2000 (according to MIT Election Lab and Pew Research […]
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
College recruiting during the pandemic: ‘It’s stressful’ for coaches and athletes alike
With no campus visits and no in-person recruiting until at least May 31, coaches are relying more on film to find new recruits. And some high school athletes are making decisions about scholarship offers without ever stepping on a campus or meeting a coach in person.
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Using virus as a prompt, visual artists compelled to create
Painters, sculptors, drawers and photographers find inspiration from the crisis and, in isolation, time to work.
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
As birding events are shut down, online options abound
From social media clubs to virtual seminars, birders can stay connected and continue to explore while stuck at home.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: It’s time to start a U.S. Health Corps
Built on a national service model, the program would address looming health care shortages while preparing for the inevitable next pandemic.
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Publishing ageist column showed bad judgment
Having stayed at home, like everyone else, for the past three or four weeks, I value receiving the Portland Press Herald and the Maine Sunday Telegram even more than I had. It is something I look forward to every day and provides a much-needed touch of normality. With that in mind, I was stunned to […]