Community News:
Mills relaxes quarantine rules for visitors, eases business restrictions heading into tourism season
The changes are aimed at drawing summer tourists to Maine as the federal government steps up the supplies of COVID-19 vaccinations nationwide.
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Maine businesses optimistic about summer season with eased restrictions
One hotelier said that getting news of the changes was like being given 'a Christmas gift in March,' but it also came with new concerns and fears.
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Updated Q&A: Do Mainers still need to quarantine after traveling?
When do bars and brewery tasting rooms open? Will there be outdoor concerts and festivals this summer? Look here for answers.
GRAPPLING WITH CORONAVIRUS
Sports officials optimistic that new gathering limits are ‘a step in right direction’
The governor's loosening of the state's indoor and outdoor gathering limits may allow fans to attend games and could lead to a normal spring high school season.
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Maine bar owners cautious about reopening after year of closure
The state announced Friday that bars and tasting rooms can reopen at the end of this month, although capacity will still be limited.
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Maine reports 225 new virus cases, no additional deaths
Maine expects a decrease in vaccine doses delivered next week, with eligibility newly open to residents in their 60s along with teachers and child care workers.
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Religion and Values
Maine Catholic churches will increase capacity this month
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Nation & World
The Latest: New York cinemas reopen, brightening outlook for theaters
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Schools and Education
With larger gatherings allowed, Maine schools rethink graduation plans
Politics
Senate Democrats strike deal on jobless aid; passage of relief bill in sight
Politics
Deal on state tax exemption implodes as Republicans balk at supplemental budget
Democrats support a bill to reduce tax liability for businesses and individuals who received federal COVID-19 relief loans or benefits, but Republicans are pushing for more.
Schools and Education
State schedules dedicated vaccine clinics for school staff 60 and older
Each district will notify teachers and staff where they can sign up for their shots at clinics that will take place beginning next Friday.
Nation & World
Trump State Department aide charged in assault at Capitol
Maine Voices
Sen. Collins' reversal on the Equality Act is a betrayal of our community
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Local & State Posted: 9:27 AM
Maine CDC reports 185 cases of COVID-19, no new deaths
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Sports Posted: 8:41 AM
‘Miracle on Ice’ star Mark Pavelich dies at treatment home
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Rodney King's question is more relevant than ever
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Pitting parents against educators bad for Falmouth
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Create new vaccine category for 'medically fragile,' 'essential employees'
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Editorials Posted: 4:00 AM
Another View: Congress is broken. Earmarks might actually help.
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Editorials Posted: 4:00 AM
Another View: Congress is broken. Earmarks might actually help.
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Portland shelter licensing effort should respect neighbors
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Maine Voices Posted: 4:00 AM
Sen. Collins' reversal on the Equality Act is a betrayal of our community
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Opinion Posted: 4:00 AM
Commentary: For multi-stakeholder capitalism, the future is now
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Opinion Posted: 4:00 AM
Sierra Club Maine: The power of community organizing and the truth about fracked gas
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Sports Posted: Yesterday at 11:22 PM
NHL roundup: Flames fire Coach Geoff Ward, replace him with Darryl Sutter
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Local & State
‘I feel misled’: Mainers react to strictly age-based vaccine eligibility
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Local & State
Maine will open vaccine eligibility to school staff regardless of age
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Local & State
Mills relaxes quarantine rules for visitors, eases business restrictions heading into tourism season
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Health
Can vaccinated people still spread the coronavirus?
March 1 -
Local & State
Hannaford pharmacies to offer shots this week as more mass vaccination sites open
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Local & State
Bishop calls for Maine’s Catholics to choose alternatives to Johnson & Johnson vaccine
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Local & State
Maine vaccine shipments to drop next week, just as eligibility expands to include teachers
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Local & State
Maine educators press state to prioritize vaccinations for teachers
March 2
MAINE COVID-19 VACCINE TRACKER
1st doses given
253,135
Percent of Maine population
18.83%
Fully vaccinated
138,013
Percent of Maine population
10.27%
Full vaccination includes 1-dose vaccine
Sources: Maine CDC and U.S. Census Bureau.
How can I get vaccinated?
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Local & State
New Vineyard man dead after house fire Thursday
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Local & State
New bill that targets press is part of a nationwide push
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Local & State
Back Cove project will cause Exit 7 ramp closures
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Nation & World
What to do about Giuliani? That’s a question facing new leadership at Justice Department
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Nation & World
Rep. Eric Swalwell sues Trump, allies over Jan. 6 riot
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Nation & World
3rd-degree murder count could be reinstated in George Floyd’s death
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Business
Anti-virus software creator charged with cheating investors
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Religion and Values
Pope Francis, on historic visit, urges Iraq to embrace its Christians
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Nation & World
Protesters defy growing violence by Myanmar security forces
Editors' Picks
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Schools and Education
As coronavirus cases fall, schools feel pressure to add more in-person learning
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Local & State
Have vaccine questions? We have answers
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Food
Which type of clam chowder is best? The debate is alive and well
For decades, New England partisans – and don't forget New Yorkers – have debated the matter, bickering over specifications like cream, tomatoes, salt pork and roux.
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Police find missing Frankfort boy
Atum Hosea, 12, who was last seen in Winterport around 11:30 a.m. Friday, was found safe that evening, police said.
What’s in the Senate’s $1.9 trillion COVID bill? Checks, unemployment insurance and more.
The Senate's version is slightly different from the House bill, and some key provisions remained in flux Friday night.
Deal on state tax exemption implodes as Republicans balk at supplemental budget
Democrats support a bill to reduce tax liability for businesses and individuals who received federal COVID-19 relief loans or benefits, but Republicans are pushing for more.
‘Miracle on Ice’ star Mark Pavelich dies at treatment home
A member of the “Miracle on Ice” Olympic hockey team has died at a treatment center for mental illness
Girls’ basketball: Yarmouth’s defense smothers Freeport
The Clippers allow just 10 points in the second half and improve to 6-0 with a 38-28 victory.
Sierra Club Maine: The power of community organizing and the truth about fracked gas
The withdrawal of Summit Natural Gas’ planned midcoast pipeline extension is a win for our health, our planet and our economy.
Portland wine bar MJ’s will not reopen
The owner of the wine bar in One City Center says he's working on a new venture.
Maine Voices Live: Cidny Bullens
Tune in on Tuesday, March 9, at 7:00 p.m. for a discussion with the musician, activist and educator.
Press Play: Listen to ‘Keep Us Around’ by Now is Now
The rock song was inspired by a Stephen King pandemic novel along with the actual pandemic.
Topsham funding the majority of road upgrades near Aroma Joe’s project
Selectmen Thursday voted to spend up to $20,000 toward a $34,000 upgrade to the intersection and sidewalk at Monument Place and Second Street.
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