Community News:
COVID-19 cases among blueberry workers worsen farm labor shortage
Maine health officials are confident that two outbreaks at Hancock County businesses will not spread, but if migrant workers are sidelined because of the coronavirus, there may not be enough local workers to fill those gaps.
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New studio complex for artists set to open in Portland
The developer of a new building at Cassidy Point wanted to fill a need for affordable studio space in the city.
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July was hottest month on record in Portland, weather service says
The high temperature on some days topped 90 degrees, but the lows actually drove the month's inflated average of 73.7 degrees, a forecaster says.
Grappling with the coronavirus
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Local & State
Maine reports 15 new cases of COVID-19, one additional death
The relatively low number of cases comes as schools react to the state's announcement last week that in-school instruction would be permitted statewide, provided districts put strict safety measures in place.
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Nation & World
Birx says U.S. has entered a ‘new phase’ of pandemic as cases, deaths rise
The White House coronavirus response coordinator told CNN: "I want to be very clear what we're seeing today is different from March and April," noting that infections were increasing in rural and urban areas. "It is extraordinarily widespread."
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Nation & World
The Latest: Tahiti cruise ship hit with coronavirus
The commissariat for French Polynesia said Sunday some 340 passengers and crew are confined on a cruise ship in Tahiti after one traveler tested positive for the virus.
How is the coronavirus affecting you?
Are you suddenly out of work? How is your child’s remote education going? Are you struggling with isolation? Has getting a home repair become a challenge? Are you having trouble buying essentials? We want to hear how Mainers are coping. Email us at [email protected]. Please include your name, town and phone number so a reporter can contact you.
Are you suddenly out of work? How is your child’s remote education going? Are you struggling with isolation? Has getting a home repair become a challenge? Are you having trouble buying essentials? We want to hear how Mainers are coping. Email us at [email protected]. Please include your name, town and phone number so a reporter can contact you.
Local & State
No new shark sightings in Maine since Friday, but officials urge caution
Swimming restrictions at four state parks may be lifted on Monday, but authorities encourage swimmers, kayakers and paddleboarders to stay away from seals – great white sharks' preferred prey.
Local & State
Maine courts will allow public, press to watch hearings online
The Maine Judicial Branch is asking for $8.5 million in emergency federal funds to improve those video and telephone hearings.
Local & State
For Maine’s 4-H kids, raising animals a labor of love
But because the coronavirus has canceled most agricultural fairs this year, they won't get to take part in a treasured annual tradition.
Local & State
You can live in this historic Calais house for free, if you’re willing to fix it
The National Park Service is holding an open house on Thursday at the McGlashan-Nickerson House in Calais.
Local & State
Facing coronavirus and an uncertain fall, some Maine families consider homeschooling
Driven by health concerns and seeking stability, parents who stay at home or are now working from home are exploring alternatives to sending their children back to school.
Editorials
Our View: Changes at U.S. Postal Service a threat to democracy
Postal workers are being kept from doing their jobs, and that could delay the delivery of mail-in ballots in the November election.
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Local & State Posted: 10:24 AM
Maine reports 15 new cases of COVID-19, one additional death
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Arts & Entertainment Posted: 10:17 AM
Taylor Swift nabs 7th No.1 album with ‘folklore’
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Nation & World Posted: 9:38 AM
The Latest: Tahiti cruise ship hit with coronavirus
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Nation & World Posted: 8:29 AM
Retail rout goes on, Lord & Taylor, Tailored Brands falter
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Posted: 6:20 AM
John Hume, who worked to end N. Ireland violence, dies at 83
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Editorials Posted: 4:04 AM
Our View: Changes at U.S. Postal Service a threat to democracy
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Local & State Posted: 4:00 AM
COVID-19 cases among blueberry workers worsen farm labor shortage
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Bicentennial Posted: 4:00 AM
On this date in Maine history: Aug. 3
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Trump’s relationship with Putin should be explored
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Food Posted: 4:00 AM
Bar Guide: Portland’s hotel bars put their own spin on classic cocktails
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Local & State Posted: 4:00 AM
For Maine’s 4-H kids, raising animals a labor of love
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Arts & Entertainment Posted: 4:00 AM
Indie Film: Filmmaker who moved to Maine for a quieter life has one last horror story to tell
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Health care
Bar Harbor hospital sounds warning on undetected COVID-infected visitors
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Local & State
More beach restrictions added after new shark reports
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Local & State
Three reported shark sightings put Maine Marine Patrol on high alert following fatal attack
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Local & State
State confirms sighting of great white shark off Bailey Island, urges caution in wake of fatal attack
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Local & State
State approves in-school learning for every county in Maine
July 31 -
Local & State
Fatal shark attack shakes sense of security along Maine coast
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Local & State
Man killed in Deering Oaks raised family of 9, survived Rwandan genocide
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Health care
Nonresident COVID-19 rates on upswing, but no sign of spread to Mainers
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Local & State
Parents, educators surprised by Maine’s ‘green’ designation for schools
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Food
Restaurant servers adapt to masks, added tasks and a new kind of difficult customer
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Outdoors
Mainers aid in effort to help struggling monarch butterflies
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Local & State
Mills to double rental assistance, fund efforts to address COVID-19 racial disparity
July 30
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John Hume, who worked to end N. Ireland violence, dies at 83
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The Maine Forecast
Isaias set to move through New England; biggest impact for Maine is rain
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Times Record
BIW could benefit from coronavirus relief bill
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Nation & World
Pelosi, Mnuchin point to disagreements as deal on unemployment benefits, coronavirus relief remains elusive
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Local & State
Fatal ATV crash among rash of weekend emergencies game wardens faced
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Bicentennial
On this date in Maine history: Aug. 3
Today's featured letter
CORONAVIRUS RESOURCES
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Local & State
By the numbers: A look at COVID-19 cases and deaths in Maine and around the world
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Local & State
What you need to know about reopening rules and protecting yourself
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Local & State
Coronavirus outbreak: Where to turn for help
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Arts & Entertainment
Maine Street: Stroll our virtual downtown for things to do from home
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Local & State
Maine Acts of Kindness: Read about charitable efforts during the pandemic
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Local & State
The Virus Diaries: Read Mainers’ stories of how the pandemic is affecting them
MorE NEws
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Local & State
Who is staying at the City Hall encampment? Five people share their stories
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Nation & World
Debate begins for who’s first in line for COVID-19 vaccine
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Politics
Trump tweets endorsement of Republican Crafts in Maine’s 2nd District race
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Nation & World
Isaias strengthens slightly as it crawls up Florida coast
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Nation & World
Ransomware feared as possible saboteur for November election
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Nation & World
Clock is ticking on Trump comeback as early voting nears
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Nation & World
Marines halt search for 8 missing troops, all presumed dead
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Nation & World
NASA astronauts in SpaceX capsule return to Earth
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Nation & World
Annual Sturgis motorcycle rally expecting 250K, stirring virus concerns
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