The number of people ages 65 and over is projected to double to more than 1.5 billion by 2050, greatly increasing their economic impact.
COVID-19 pandemic
Posted inNation & World
Freedom Day’ for England reopenings pushed back 4 weeks
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson confirms that the next planned relaxation of coronavirus restrictions will be delayed until July 19, as a result of the spread of the delta variant.
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Posted inTimes Record
COVID-19 leaves big gaps in learning
The switch to remote and hybrid learning has set back some kids’ education more than others.
Posted inLife & Culture, Local & State, News
Seniors ‘getting back to living’ after more than a year of pandemic restrictions
Residents of retirement communities in Maine are resuming activities and visits, now that most are vaccinated.
Posted inFood, Local & State, News
Mainers ready for outdoor parties and backyard barbecues, with some precautions
With the unofficial kickoff of cookout season this weekend, Mainers are deciding what measures to take to feel safe.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Maine House speaker stands ground on COVID mask mandate
A policy requiring that people entering the State House wear face coverings remains, even with mask mandates lifted in other places.
Posted inBill Nemitz, Opinion
Bill Nemitz: Finally, a trip to the store without a mask
Some can’t wait to bare their faces. Others need a little time.
Posted inFood, Recipes
Lowering the bar: Baking through the pandemic with an 11-pound chocolate bar
The ritual provides several comforts during a difficult year.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
To dance or not to dance? Maine schools navigate logistics of pandemic proms
Some high schools are skipping prom altogether, but some staff members, parents and students are finding ways to hold proms that look a little different, in hopes of bringing some normalcy to the end of the school year.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
Saint Joseph’s College will require all students and staff to be fully vaccinated for fall semester
The college, based in Standish, joins a growing number of colleges requiring staff members and students to be vaccinated against COVID-19.