As long as the coronavirus is spreading around the world, we will have to stick with public health interventions that work.
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Maine Voices: Journey from fist bumps back to handshakes hits some potholes
A simple social gesture once as common as waving now poses a dilemma when we meet someone new.
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Maine Voices: It’s time to roll up our sleeves and assemble
To fight the pandemic, we need to assume the responsibility of superheroes.
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Maine Voices: For some Maine families, stakes higher than ever as we try to put COVID behind us
With new variants spreading even as vaccination rates are rising, keep wearing masks, socially distancing and limiting non-essential travel.
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Maine Voices: Exposure to the coronavirus has impact far beyond me
I have to isolate from my wife. Co-workers and anyone they interacted with must quarantine, too. But at least we’re in a place that takes this seriously.
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Our View: Still closing time for Maine bars
With coronavirus infections on the rise, it makes sense to slow the scheduled reopenings of some businesses.
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Our View: Maine needs no advice about COVID from South Dakota
But as cases here rise, we should remember to remain vigilant.
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The Maine Millennial: ‘Don’t mess with COVID,’ says someone who knows
Getting infected with the coronavirus can have serious health effects even for those who survive.
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The humble Farmer: Digital connection delivers real help, dubious ‘news’
If Facebook is the conduit, eat anything fresh-baked right away – but double-check any opinionated posts.
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Our View: There’s no need to fear Halloween
If grown-ups make a few adaptations, Maine kids can enjoy something close to a normal celebration this year.