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Maine will open vaccine eligibility to school staff regardless of age
The announcement by Gov. Janet Mills was welcomed by educators, though the state warned that without additional vaccine it could slow the timeline for vaccinating older residents.
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Federal vaccine deliveries are expected to increase. Is Maine ready for them?
The state is still exploring options to expand capacity, but the 2 biggest health care organizations say they are prepared to accelerate vaccinations.
MAINE COVID-19 VACCINE TRACKER
1st doses given236,784Percent of Maine population17.62%Fully vaccinated127,647Percent of Maine population9.5%Full vaccination includes 1-dose vaccineSources: Maine CDC and U.S. Census Bureau.How can I get vaccinated?
GRAPPLING WITH CORONAVIRUS
Local & State
Kennebunk school district investigating ‘discriminatory statements’ allegedly made by staff member
Superintendent Terri Cooper says the district was made aware last week of the statements gathered by a third party and posted on social media.
Local & State
Maine groups sue ICE for information about immigrants held at jail
Three immigrant-rights groups say in the federal lawsuit that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has used the Cumberland County Jail as a short-term detention facility during the pandemic.
Nation & World
House cancels session because of ‘possible plot’ to breach Capitol
Politics
House passes sweeping voting rights bill over Republican opposition
The bill would require states to automatically register eligible voters and offer same-day registration, but it faces big obstacles in the Senate.
Politics
Legislative panel votes to keep Maine’s ban on plastic shopping bags
Arts & Entertainment
PSO’s Louis Armstrong tribute a Roaring ’20s redux
Editorials
Our View: Juvenile justice reform starts with the youngest
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Local & State Posted: 4:00 AM
Kennebunk school district investigating ‘discriminatory statements’ allegedly made by staff member
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Collins fails to recognize need for livable minimum wage
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Hit hard by COVID, senior care industry needs more support
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
ICE doesn't belong in Scarborough
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Business Posted: 4:00 AM
Maine People’s Alliance hires Nora Flaherty as media affairs director
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Editorials Posted: 4:00 AM
Our View: Juvenile justice reform starts with the youngest
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Disabled Mainers treated unfairly by shift on vaccination
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Maine Voices Posted: 4:00 AM
Officials' references to 'Democrat Party' undermine civil political discourse
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Opinion Posted: 4:00 AM
Commentary: Prospects for broadband growth at critical point in Maine
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Opinion Posted: 4:00 AM
Commentary: Maine politicians, regulators must do more to hold CMP accountable
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Meetinghouse Posted: 4:00 AM
Sandy Duross, Biddeford: New ’do inspires hope, humor when it’s needed most
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Meetinghouse Posted: 4:00 AM
Rick Bradbury, Scarborough: The man in the barber shop mirror
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Local & State
‘I feel misled’: Mainers react to strictly age-based vaccine eligibility
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Business
Cannabis version of Shipyard’s Pumpkinhead ale to launch in Maine
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Local & State
Maine will open vaccine eligibility to school staff regardless of age
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Local & State
Hannaford pharmacies to offer shots this week as more mass vaccination sites open
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Health
Can vaccinated people still spread the coronavirus?
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Local & State
State opening 2 mass vaccination clinics in southern Maine as supply grows to 55,000 doses this week
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Times Record
Bowdoinham teen missing more than a week found safe in Brunswick
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Business
Competition for housing fuels construction boom in Biddeford-Saco
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Cops & Courts
Former Auburn lawyer Seth Carey arrested in Florida, charged with sex crimes
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Local & State
Maine educators press state to prioritize vaccinations for teachers
March 2
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Local & State
Lawyer goes to court for access to Maine crime lab records
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Local & State
Maine Department of Labor adjusts process that froze 13 bank accounts
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Politics
House passes expansive police reform bill named in honor of George Floyd
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Local & State
Oakland woman impaled by tree branch in ‘fair’ condition
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Business
Former Jackson Lab employee being investigated by FBI
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Local & State
Augusta man missing since January found dead
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Politics
Sen. Collins to back Haaland for Interior secretary, sealing her approval
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Business
Portland wine bar MJ’s will not reopen
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Feature Obituary
Louise Whitehead, 88, dedicated volunteer who loved baking, bridge and poker
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Schools and Education
Bates College optimistic that fall semester 2021 may be almost normal
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Politics
Sen. King to chair Senate panels on national parks and nuclear forces
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Local & State
Electronic campaign signs draw complaint in Gardiner area
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Nation & World
U.S. warns of military response to rocket attack on Iraqi base
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Nation & World
Pentagon delayed sending troops to Capitol over concerns about optics, general says
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Nation & World
Cuomo addresses harassment claims, vows to stay in office
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Nation & World
Republicans take aim at Biden’s health care nominee over abortion rights
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Sports
Detectives look at SUV’s ‘black box’ from Tiger Woods crash
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Nation & World
SUV in deadly California crash came through hole in border fence
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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Lewiston hospital planning vaccination clinics for Androscoggin County teachers and school staff
St. Mary's Medical Center is working on lining up dates for clinics to vaccinate teachers, likely next week.
House passes sweeping voting rights bill over Republican opposition
The bill would require states to automatically register eligible voters and offer same-day registration, but it faces big obstacles in the Senate.
NHL roundup: Vesey scores twice as Maple Leafs top Oilers, 6-1
The Maple Leafs outscore the Oilers 13-1 in a three-game sweep.
Gorham’s Nadeau twins at forefront of Rams’ success
Seniors Adele and Grant Nadeau are among the best players in the state, and have helped the Rams get off to fast starts this season.
Leonard Pitts: America spends a lot of time trying to kill democracy
Senate Democrats must unite to block the filibuster and pass 2 bills that will expand access to voting.
The Wrap: Restaurants reopen after a long winter
Coffee-centric treats for Maine Restaurant Week, and Standard Baking oven gets refurbished.
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.
Face the Music: From MAMM to Atlantic Records, Genevieve Stokes is on the rise
The Falmouth High grad, 19, is releasing her first EP, 'Swimming Lessons,' on Friday.
Lisbon may put a pause on allowing commercial solar projects
The Lisbon Town Council voted Tuesday to establish a moratorium on commercial solar projects so the town can consider rules to regulate them.
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