Former Edward Little and Maine star is looking for a way out of Russia after his league suspended play and banned foreigners from competing.
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With classrooms closed, Maine schools work to get meals to students in need
Several districts have started programs for students to pick up meals they would normally get at school.
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Maine Maple Sunday news not so sweet
The Maine Maple Producers Association recommended Monday that maple producers cancel their weekend events. The group hopes to reschedule later in the year.
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Millions holed up at home as virus profoundly shifts U.S. life
The Trump administration urges the public to avoid gatherings larger than 10 people and cancel discretionary travel.
Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State
Trials at Maine courts delayed until May; DA urges fewer arrests
Kennebec County District Attorney Maeghan Maloney is asking law enforcement to whenever possible summon people to appear in court, rather than arrest them on a crime, as the spread of coronavirus results in delays of court trials.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Times Record
L.L.Bean to close its retail stores until March 29
FREEPORT — L.L.Bean has announced it is temporarily closing its retail stores beginning Monday night. The stores will be closed by midnight and remain so until March 29. This will be the fifth time L.L.Bean has closed its flagship store in Freeport. It is the first time the flagship will be closed for more than […]
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Actor Idris Elba tests positive for coronavirus
Although Elba did not specify who he had interacted with, he attended WE Day 2020 in London last week.
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Supreme Court to postpone arguments in midst of coronavirus crisis
The court was scheduled to hold arguments on 6 days over 2 weeks, with the session culminating April 1 with President Trump’s challenge of efforts to subpoena his financial records.
Posted inLocal & State, New England, News
Portland declares city emergency, imposes curfew for businesses
City Manager Jon Jennings issues a curfew for businesses where people gather, such as bars and restaurants, requiring that they close all day Tuesday and between 8 p.m. and 2 a.m. for the next 4 days.
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Union leaders call for closure of BIW over coronavirus policies
The shipyard says it already offers paid sick time and vacation, and is offering all employees the option of unpaid leave during the 2-week period of March 16-27.