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Coronavirus

Published
October 22, 2021

Maine’s job recovery stalled in September as COVID-19 surged

Maine's workforce shrank last month, even as thousands of people lost access to enhanced federal unemployment aid.
Published
October 22, 2021

Readfield-area schools officials debate remote learning options as COVID cases spike in district

The board did not come up with a solution, but will take the answers they gained with them to the Nov. 3 meeting to evaluate the situation in a couple of weeks.
Published
October 22, 2021

Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine more than 90% effective in kids

The shots could begin in early November – with the first children in line fully protected by Christmas – if regulators give the go-ahead.
Published
October 22, 2021

With 575 new infections, Maine exceeds 100,000 COVID-19 cases since pandemic began

Transmission continues to be high, especially in parts of the state with low vaccination rates.
Published
October 21, 2021

Auburn School District implements universal masking

The rise in cases in schools reflects an increase in cases in the larger community.

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Published
October 21, 2021

Oxford County has 2nd highest COVID-19 positivity rate in state, edging out York County

Oxford County's positivity rate is second only to Androscoggin County after a midweek bump in new cases.
Published
October 21, 2021

COVID-19 outbreak at Rumford Community Home grows to 65 cases

The 84-bed skilled nursing and assisted living facility has reported four resident deaths.
Published
October 21, 2021

Mariners, Maine Celtics see spike in season ticket sales despite COVID protocols

Even with new entry policies requiring a proof of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test result, the two pro sports franchises are seeing a big increase in fan interest this year.
Published
October 21, 2021

What’s the latest advice on the type of mask I should wear?

Health experts say it's important to find a mask that's comfortable so you'll actually wear it as the coronavirus continues to circulate
Published
October 21, 2021

CDC approves expanded rollout of COVID vaccine boosters

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says certain Moderna and Johnson & Johnson recipients qualify for boosters, and opens the option of ‘mixing and matching’ vaccines.