The decision to shorten the recommended COVID-19 isolation and quarantine period from 10 days to five is drawing criticism from some medical experts.
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The CDC updated COVID-19 isolation guidelines. Here’s what you need to know
The new guidelines are an attempt to reduce the risk of transmission while minimizing the disruption to people’s daily routines.
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Posted inCoastal Journal, Times Record
Midcoast stores report soaring sales during holiday shopping season
Many Midcoast store owners said they suspect supply chain delays affecting national retailers may have encouraged shoppers to shop locally, contributing to their boost in business.
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Brunswick closes outdoor skating rink because it can’t find enough workers
Brunswick’s Coffin Pond ice rink will not open this year as the parks and recreation department looks to hire four full-time maintenance workers.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Lisbon town manager chosen as new North Yarmouth leader
Diane Barnes is officially North Yarmouth’s town manager.
Posted inCoastal Journal, Times Record
President Biden signs defense bill with potential work for Bath shipyard
This year’s defense spending bill approves three Arleigh Burke-class destroyers, which Bath Iron Works can bid to build.
Posted inLocal & State, New England, News
An 83-year-old man died when his pickup was struck by Downeaster train
The pickup ‘went through the gate’ Monday afternoon and ended up on the tracks in Haverhill, Massachusetts.
Posted inHealth, Local & State
Federal ambulance crews arrive to help Maine hospitals handle surge
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is sending a total of 16 emergency medical technicians and paramedics to eight hospitals across the state.
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U.S. CDC recommends shorter COVID-19 isolation, quarantine times
U.S. health officials are cutting isolation restrictions for Americans who test positive for the coronavirus and shortening the time that close contacts have to quarantine
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Amtrak Downeaster bound for Brunswick strikes vehicle in Massachusetts
The train’s passengers were transferred to another train and some Amtrak service later in the day was canceled.