An inmate who fell ill last week and was placed in quarantine is not infected, jail officials say.
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Northern Light Health appoints new chief executive
The health care system’s senior vice president and chief operating officer, Tim Dentry, will take over the top spot April 1.
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Women’s pro Ultimate team takes season suspension in stride
Portland Rising hopes to get in some play this season, but if not will be ready for go for 2021.
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Local access stations hopeful they’ll be back in low digits
Local public access stations are pleased with a recent ruling that will return their channels to familiar, low-number channels, but an appeal of the ruling is likely.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Chamber leaders: Support Maine’s business community during the COVID-19 pandemic
Information is available about assistance for workers and employers, and the chamber community’s Pay It Forward Maine is encouraging Mainers to support businesses.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
Portland orders residents to shelter in place
In light of the coronavirus pandemic, individuals are ordered to stay at home for five days starting Wednesday, March 25, unless they are getting outdoor exercise or patronizing an essential business such as a food provider or pharmacy.
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Portland issues stay-at-home order, closing all but essential workplaces
City officials say residents must shelter in place starting at 5 p.m. Wednesday to slow the spread of the virus, which has infected at least 5 city employees.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
Portland extends stay at home order 1 month
The City Council also prohibits short term rentals in Portland and asks landlords not to evict tenants for late rent payments during the emergency period.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
Efforts underway to assist artists, musicians impacted by coronavirus
Creative Portland has created a relief fund for local artists, and Portland Symphony Orchestra has set up a similar fund for its musicians.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Portland Meetings: March 25-April 1
City Hall and all other city buildings are closed until further notice. The city has suspended all committee and public meetings until further notice unless otherwise noted. To watch municipal meetings online, go to townhallstreams.com/towns/portland_maine.