The cost-cutting measures are happening because hospitals are no longer getting revenue from emergency room visits and elective procedures were canceled to make room for COVID-19 patients.
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New Preakness date uncertain, but infield party canceled
The Triple Crown race is normally held on the third Saturday in May.
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The Virus Diaries: ‘My business had been going very well. Then this happened’
A Freeport woman who runs an Airbnb catering to people seeking her dog-training services has lost business because of the virus outbreak.
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With parks closed, Disney starts furloughs in 2 weeks
Walt Disney Co. officials announced they’ll start furloughing some executive, salaried and hourly non-union employees.
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Chebeague Island ferry won’t transport suspected COVID-19 patients
The island town’s primary ferry responds to emergency calls but says it won’t transport anyone suspected to be infected with the coronavirus.
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Overwhelmed Maine unemployment office announces hiring, new rules for applicants
In order to reduce call volume, Mainers are asked to call on one of three days next week, depending on the first letter of their last name.
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At Lewiston hospital, quarantined staff must use own sick time
Some employees of St. Mary’s criticize management for requiring staffers who are quarantined after coronavirus exposure to use their own sick/vacation time.
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Pandemic stigmatizes New Yorkers fleeing city to Connecticut, Maine
America’s largest city is pandemic central, and New Yorkers have become the face of the fearsome infection – virtual pariahs whose potential arrival has spurred anxious demands for roadblocks up and down the East Coast.
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Legendary cycling event in Brussels will happen Sunday, with racers pedaling at home
The 104th Tour of Flanders, among the top one-day races in pro cycling, has gone virtual.
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Kipsang among 20 arrested in Kenya for curfew breach
Former marathon world record holder Wilson Kipsang and 19 others locked themselves in a bar and consumed alcohol in violation of a curfew.