CDC advisers to consider coronavirus booster shots for immunocompromised patients

The prospect of booster shots emerged last week as the maker of a two-dose coronavirus vaccine, Pfizer-BioNTech, announced it would seek regulatory approval for a third inoculation.

Legislature moves forward with Mills plan for COVID-19 relief funds

The Legislature's budget-writing committee approved a plan late Wednesday for spending close to $1 billion in federal American Rescue Plan Act funds.

Maine reports another 49 cases of COVID-19 and 10 deaths

The new cases come as states around the country see a rise in infections and officials in Maine brace for a greater impact of the delta variant.

Unlike courts and businesses, Maine jails remain in pandemic mode

Sheriffs and jail administrators say they are following state corrections and health agencies' recommendations for COVID-19 safety measures.

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Maine CDC reports 5 deaths, 40 new COVID-19 cases

The agency has not indicated yet when the deaths occurred.

The risks of COVID-19 to children under 12 remain low, even as vaccine awaits approval

All pandemic-era mask requirements and other restrictions became recommendations, including in school and child care settings, this month as Maine's civil state of emergency came to an end.

Maine is exception, but U.S. COVID-19 cases rise again, doubling over 3 weeks

Parts of the country are running up against deep vaccine resistance, while the highly contagious mutant version of the coronavirus that was first detected in India is accounting for an ever-larger share of infections.

Singer Olivia Rodrigo heads to White House to promote vaccinations for young people

The 18-year-old actress and singer will meet with President Biden and Anthony Fauci, and will record videos to encourage young people to get vaccinated.

Maine reports 65 new cases of COVID-19 over 3 days

The state announced the opening of a new vaccination clinic at the Portland International Jetport, as it strives to add more people to the list of those protected against the virus.