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New COVID-19 cases in Maine leap to 103, as surge accelerates
Forty-four of the new cases are in Cumberland County, where outbreaks have been connected to Pat's Pizza in Portland and the Maine Correctional Center in Windham.
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Amid surge in new COVID-19 cases, Mills may tighten restrictions
Bars are scheduled to reopen Monday, but the governor says she is considering delaying that and taking other steps, such as tighter limits on indoor gatherings.
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ZIP codes in Cumberland County still have highest infection rates
Not surprisingly, the state's most densely populated areas have the highest rates of COVID-19, with neighborhoods in Portland, Falmouth, Westbrook and Lewiston at the top.
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Schools and Education
Three Maine counties now designated ‘yellow’ in school reopening system
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Health care
State finds Lewiston hospital failed to take precautions during COVID-19 outbreak
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Health care
COVID-19 hospitalizations ticking up and spreading out in Maine as new cases soar
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Local & State
State looking into COVID outbreak linked to Pat’s Pizza in Portland
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Nation & World
The Latest: Some state leaders facing 2nd virus wave resist steps to curb its spread
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Schools and Education
Fifty-six students, staff members quarantining after probable case at Canaan Elementary School
Outdoors
Just 10 years old, this hunter is a proven sure shot
Laurelai Winslow of Damariscotta has shot five white-tailed deer since she was 6. She will be among the Mainers taking part on opening day of the firearm season for deer on Saturday.
Sports
Mourning hockey community remembers Travis Roy and his life of tragedy, then triumph
Local & State
Sanford superintendent says flu vaccine provider failed to check for parents’ signature
Matt Nelson says three students got shots without their parents' consent because the provider didn't notice that the permission forms hadn't been signed or the signature had been crossed out.
Business
Layoffs loom as Rumford mill expands into packaging grades
Business
Despite uncertainty and prolonged pandemic, Maine’s economy can recover
A seminar organized by the state's Small Business Development Centers offers hope for navigating through the health and economic crises.
Editorials
Another View: The Supreme Court needs reform
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Editorials Posted: 4:00 AM
Another View: The Supreme Court needs reform
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Letter to the editor: Abortion rights are on the line because of Collins
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Opinion Posted: 4:00 AM
Commentary: I’m socially liberal, fiscally conservative – and politically homeless
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Opinion Posted: 4:00 AM
Commentary: Question C would be a bad new deal for affordable housing in Portland
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Biden will offer real leadership on COVID-19
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Letter to the editor: Supporting Biden calls for unseating Collins
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Gan has experience, skills needed for City Council
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Vote for Biden to bring Americans together
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Bell will be skilled, effective legislator
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Letter to the editor: Sen. Collins’ work a benefit to the nation
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Amid Maine COVID surge, rein in out-of-state traffic
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Today’s letters on Maine’s race for U.S. Senate
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Local & State
Travis Roy, whose hockey injury spurred him to inspire others, dies at 45
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Election 2020
UMaine student charged with submitting former roommate’s ballot as her own
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Local & State
With COVID-19 cases rising to record levels, Maine announces free rapid testing program
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Local & State
As COVID hits new heights, Mills pleads for Mainers to follow public health rules
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Local & State
News Center Maine’s Lee Nelson will anchor his last broadcast Friday
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Local & State
New COVID-19 cases in Maine leap to 103, as surge accelerates
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Politics
Collins votes no on Barrett’s confirmation, says she did not make decision on qualifications
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Election 2020
Bangor business pulls out of hosting Trump campaign event after state issues warning
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Bill Nemitz
Brooks Pentecostal Church, trying to climb out of a crisis, digs deeper
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Schools and Education
Scarborough superintendent apologizes for letter that triggered student protest
October 27
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Business
Opponents of CMP hydropower corridor launch new referendum drive
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Local & State
Flood’s restaurant will not reopen, clears out of Congress Street location
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Local & State
More than 700 acres of ancestral land returned to Penobscot Nation
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Local & State
Lost bird hunter rescued after spending night in Piscataquis County woods
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Bicentennial
On this date in Maine history: Oct. 31
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Nation & World
Some states facing 2nd virus wave resist steps to curb its spread
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Politics
Trump pitches ‘back to normal’ as Biden warns of tough days ahead
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Nation & World
Kennedy cousin Skakel won’t be retried in 1975 killing
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Schools and Education
Maine Arts Academy students display their talents at outdoor, walk-through recital
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Local & State
Cumberland County sheriff warns of phone scam targeting grandparents
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Arts & Entertainment
Colby College museum acquires Jacob Lawrence prints of Haitian revolutionary
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Nation & World
France mourns 3 killed in church attack, tightens security
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Local & State
State representative faces challenge in Sanford
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Business
Scaled-back Thanksgiving plans leave turkey farmers in limbo
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Sanford superintendent says flu vaccine provider failed to check for parents’ signature
Matt Nelson says three students got shots without their parents' consent because the provider didn't notice that the permission forms hadn't been signed or the signature had been crossed out.
Consumer spending rose a moderate 1.4% in September
The slight increase reflects an economy weakened by the virus and by the failure of Congress to provide another stimulus package to struggling individuals and businesses.
Most Canadians hope for Trump defeat after insults, threats
The unprecedented tone of the president's attacks on America’s closest ally the last four years left a bitter taste.
Friday’s high school roundup: Martell sparks Bulldogs by Red Riots
Kate Martell scores twice, with Toni Stevenson assisting, as Portland improves to 6-1 with a 3-0 win over South Portland.
NBA, players extend deadline for opting out of CBA
This is the fourth time the deadline has been extended. If neither side opts out, the deal will terminate on Dec. 14.
Commentary: How my former boss Susan Collins broke my heart – and lost my support
I shared my rape story with her. Then she announced her support for Brett Kavanaugh – in a speech that felt like a slap in the face.
Cecilia Chiang, grand dame of Chinese cooking in America, dies at 100
During a remarkable life, she opened the Mandarin restaurant in San Francisco, where she hosted cooking classes with students including Julia Child, James Beard and Danny Kaye.
Virtual Job Fair: Tuesday, Oct. 27
Sign up for online interviews with Maine businesses looking to hire employees.
Press Play: Listen to ‘Undead’ by Dead. In the Gutter
And see the world premiere of the song's video.
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