Information for Mainers impacted by the coronavirus outbreak.
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Posted inNation & World, Uncategorized
How social distancing works and what it means for you
In this time of coronavirus and accompanying preventive measures, simple questions have suddenly become complex.
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Posted inTimes Record
Facing virus, BIW union demands shipyard give employees paid leave
Bath Iron Works, one of Maine’s largest employers, announced it will allow employees to take unpaid leave for two weeks without losing their job, but the union is pushing back.
Posted inNation & World, Uncategorized
Romney pitches $1,000 checks as Utah restaurants, bars close
Republican Sen. Mitt Romney wants the federal government to send $1,000 checks to every American to help the country cope widespread business closures linked to the coronavirus.
Posted inNation & World
As Congress considers economic package, Democrats seek $750 billion
Industries representing a broad swath of the economy are seeking help in withstanding the fallout as schools close and Americans are being told to stay inside, skip nonessential travel and avoid gatherings with 10 people or more.
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Coronavirus forces cancellations throughout Lakes Region
Schools shut down for two weeks, most town facilities are closed and programs are suspended.
Posted inTimes Record
As other services close in wake of coronavirus, Tedford Housing extends hours
The organization is focused on prevention, but is struggling with limited supplies. With 16 guests sleeping side by side, quarantine in the adult shelter is virtually impossible.
Posted inNation & World
Coronavirus vaccine test opens with first doses
U.S. researchers inject four healthy volunteers in Seattle.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Westbrook resident presumed to have COVID-19
The mayor declares a state of emergency in the city and schools are closed for at least two weeks.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Northern Light Mercy Hospital confirms employee tested positive for coronavirus
The employee works off campus, and the Portland hospital is contacting anyone who may have been exposed.