Poland farmer and surgeon called to duty during pandemic

Plastic surgeon Dr. Charles Foley expects to be caring for COVID-19 patients as part of his U.S. Army Reserve unit.

Mills seeks disaster declaration as coronavirus infections, deaths rise

The governor's request would make Maine eligible for additional federal funding.

Photos: Social distancing on a busy banking day creates long lines outside credit union

Lewiston police monitor traffic and pedestrians at Community Credit Union on Wednesday.

The Latest: Fauci’s security is stepped up in face of threats

New CDC data shows danger of coronavirus for those with diabetes, heart or lung disease

People who have chronic medical conditions, such as diabetes, lung disease and heart disease, face an increased chance of being hospitalized.

Wandering: Lonesome

Kindergarten, Pre-K registrations postponed

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the registrations that were to have begun this week have been postponed until June.

Local students qualify for GeoBee

Students from three area schools were among 100 that would have competed at the Maine GeoBee on March 27. Because of the coronavirus, the state and national competitions were canceled.

RSU 73 postpones budget votes indefinitely, sets calendar

Thursday the RSU 73 district budget meeting and budget validation referendum were postponed until after the COVID-19 state of emergency has been lifted.

Anxiety rises as health care workers risk exposure to fight coronavirus

Shortages of personal protective equipment put doctors, nurses and anyone else who works in health care at higher risk of contracting the virus.