A mobile clinic opens a four-day run Thursday at Rising Tide Brewing Co., as the state presses ahead with its efforts to make vaccination convenient and accessible, especially for younger residents.
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Maine will lift physical distancing requirements for schools this fall
The Department of Education announced that remaining physical distancing requirements will be relaxed next school year and all schools should be able to offer full-time, in-person learning.
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Gorham Business Exchange feels pandemic impact
The non-profit advocacy group eliminates it’s paid executive director position and membership dues, but will be continue to work for local businesses, the president says.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Maine reports just 53 new COVID-19 cases, as rural vaccination rates lag
It was the 10th time in the last 11 days that new cases have been below 100, but progress could be impeded if more young and rural residents don’t get vaccinated.
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New cases remain low, over 2 weeks after end of pandemic restrictions
Vaccinations, meanwhile, have slowed down dramatically as the state looks for new ways to entice those who have held out.
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Q & A: Will I need a COVID-19 booster shot?
It’s not clear yet how long vaccines will protect against infection, but studies are underway to answer that question.
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Maine reports 30 new cases of COVID-19, lowest one-day total since October
The seven-day average of new cases was 69.7 on Monday, compared with more than 300 a month ago.
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Mills submits plan to Legislature for spending $1 billion in federal relief
Lawmakers are under the gun to review the Mills administration’s plan for spending $997.5 million from the American Rescue Plan, with less than two weeks left in the session.
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New cases and hospital patient counts keep declining in Maine
The state reported 71 new cases as it crossed the 60% threshold for eligible residents, age 12 and older, who have been fully vaccinated.
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At Becky’s Diner: A COVID-19 shot and an egg sandwich
The waterfront landmark in Portland hosted the first day of a two-day vaccination clinic Wednesday, attracting a wide range of people.