Thirty-five percent of Mainers have been infected, compared with the national average of 58 percent, according to a federal study.
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Mainers likely to endure high electric rates into 2023
The reactions of global energy markets to Russia’s war in Ukraine are expected to keep electric rates up in Maine next year.
Miles for Mills 5K run returns to Brunswick, this time at former naval base
This is the first time the event will be held in person since the pandemic.
Bath teacher hopes to become Yoga Warrior
Morse High School English teacher Johnna Stanton hopes her work with teens will propel her to victory in a series of online votes with a $10,000 prize.
Maine reports 569 new cases of COVID-19 over a 3-day period
There were two additional deaths reported over the period covering Saturday, Sunday and Monday.
Brunswick non-profits collected 400 gallons of trash at Brunswick Landing
This is the first time that the organizations are collaborating on a clean-up project for the community.
Wiscasset Police Department cracks down on traffic violations
A semiweekly report of traffic violations will be released by the Wiscasset Police Department in hopes of easing resident concerns about speeding in school zones.
Sagadahoc Sheriff’s Office to host gun safety training in wake of 2021 shootings
The Sagadahoc County Sheriff’s Office will host a free, two-night citizen handgun safety training at the West Bath Fire Station from 6 to 8 p.m. on May 2 and 3.
RSU 2 to pay former superintendent through end of the year and will have 3% budget increase
Richmond will pay $3,773,118 toward the school budget — an increase of 5.5%, a difference of $195,275 from last year.
COVID-19 hospitalizations increase sharply in Maine
Still, public health experts are not projecting a return to the winter surges that the omicron wave caused in Maine and the U.S.