Cases and hospitalizations have been creeping up in the last month, raising concerns about another wave of infections before vaccinations can have an impact.
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Posted inBill Nemitz, Op-eds, Opinion
Bill Nemitz: Welcome to the vaccine drive-thru. Want a sigh of relief with that?
Buxton Fire-Rescue is leading the charge in bringing COVID-19 vaccinations to Maine’s out-of-the way places.
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Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
One in 4 U.S. House members have not been vaccinated
Democrats have rejected the notion from Republicans that a 75% vaccination rate is a sufficient level to reopen the House of Representatives.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Younger Mainers account for rising number of COVID-19 cases
A modest but steady uptick in cases over the last few weeks appears to be driven in part by Mainers in their 20s and younger.
Posted inNation & World, Schools and Education
Schools weigh whether to seat students closer together
New evidence that it may be safe for schools to seat students 3 feet apart – half of the previous recommended distance – could offer a way to return more of the nation’s children to classrooms.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, Politics
In Pennsylvania, Biden showcases aid to small businesses
President Biden and his top messengers are touring the country to raise hopes over his $1.9 trillion relief package.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Anticipating surge in doses, Maine set to open more vaccination sites
The state also says that vaccinations will begin next week for Maine prison inmates who are 60 or older.
Posted inHealth, Lewiston-Auburn, Local & State
March 2021: Auburn Mall readied for mass vaccination clinic; no walk-ins accepted
No appointments were available as of Monday. More will open up “as soon as we find out how much (vaccine) we’re getting,” officials said.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Small group plays big role in pushing vaccine skepticism, Facebook study finds
The results from Facebook’s research track with findings from researchers who have noted that a small minority of people, particularly influencers and people who post frequently or use underhanded tactics to spread their message, can be superspreaders of misleading information.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
Educators ages 60 and older to be vaccinated Saturday at Augusta Civic Center clinic
In order to attend, teachers and staff that met the age requirement had to be selected by their school district.