Put up your dukes, Vermont, New York state and Quebec. We’re coming for ya.
coronavirus
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Behind the scenes as Maine Med prepared for a public health emergency
As the outbreak approached, administrators and medical personnel moved to the front lines in a battle that would alter society.
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Posted inLocal & State
Maine Maple Sunday may be canceled, but sugar houses are still selling
Syrup producers are looking to make sales despite the annual statewide event’s postponement because the coronavirus outbreak.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Mainers take action to help seniors isolated amid the coronavirus crisis
From Biddeford to Westbrook to Harpswell, agencies, volunteers and neighbors are responding to older Mainers who are staying home to stay healthy.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: The social side effects of social distancing
We are social creatures who cannot easily handle life without human contact. Fortunately, there are steps we can take to stay connected.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Maine Observer: Living without toilet paper is nothing new
A strategically placed catalog was once used for more than mail-order shopping.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Jim Fossel: Old-fashioned democracy threatened by novel virus
The New England town meeting form of government has survived for centuries, but it may not outlive the coronavirus response..
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Mainers are meeting the COVID moment
But it will take even more self-sacrifice and big-heartedness as the coronavirus spreads.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
The Maine Millennial: Bridging the social distancing gaps
Neighbors can still rely on neighbors when other supports fall through.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
The show will go on. Just from their living rooms.
John Legend, Bono, Coldplay’s Chris Martin, Pink, John Mayer, Keith Urban and more have held virtual concerts from their homes as the world continues to practice social distancing.