While the season is delayed, coaches cannot have contact with Maine high school athletes. Even ‘captain’s practices’ will not be allowed.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State, News, Times Record
Jewish Film Festival postponed due to coronavirus concerns
‘Of course we’re disappointed, but we felt that we did what we had to do,’ said Barbara Merson, executive director of the Maine Jewish Film Festival.
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Coronavirus how-to: How do I keep my elderly friends and family safe?
The elderly are especially at risk for severe cases.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Red Cross seeks blood donors as shortages loom
In Maine, at least 33 blood drives have been canceled recently, leaving 946 fewer blood donations.
Posted inLocal & State
Augusta orders some city businesses to close to public at night
Take-out service still allowed but the city has banned people from gathering at some businesses after 8 p.m.
Posted inNation & World
Trump moves to blunt heavy impact of coronavirus on U.S. economy
The White House asked Congress on Tuesday to approve a massive rescue package to help businesses and taxpayers cope with the economic crisis that is paired with the pandemic.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Maine financial institutions seek to reassure customers, limit contact
Representatives of banks and credit unions are promoting drive-through and digital access while lobby services are limited.
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Maine’s cases of coronavirus nearly double in a day, to 32
The virus has now been found in 7 of Maine’s 16 counties, and the director of the state’s CDC says, ‘We will likely find additional counties where there is evidence of community transmission.’
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Cinemas close nationwide, studios push new movies into homes
Some studios took the extraordinary step of funneling new or recently released films onto home viewing platforms.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, The Forecaster
Portland Water District assures customers water is safe
PORTLAND — The Portland Water District assures its customers that water from the tap is safe to drink during the coronavirous pandemic. The district uses dual water treatment, ozone and ultraviolet light to kill pathogerns and inactive viruses. COVID-19, which is caused by the virus, is primarily spread through close contact between people or infected […]