Alex Cora, like all managers, worries about injuries. This spring, there is an added concern: the prospect of COVID-19 cases.
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Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies
Kate Stearns-Luce named director of CourageLIVES
BIDDEFORD — Saint Andre Home has named Kate Stearns-Luce, LMSW-CC, director of its CourageLIVES program. A not-for-profit program, CourageLIVES provides outpatient services for anyone impacted by human trafficking (labor or sex), exploitation, or domestic/sexual violence, and a residential home for women 18 and older who are survivors of human trafficking. Stearns-Luce holds a master’s degree […]
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Posted inBusiness, Maine
Bill calls for study of local laws that hinder development of affordable housing
A committee would examine zoning and other ordinances with an eye toward streamlining the process for building affordable units in Maine.
Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies
New England legends featured on podcast and Biddeford talk
The free, virtual program takes place Friday.
Posted inNation & World
Photos of migrant detention highlight Biden’s border secrecy
A Texas representative says he released the photos because the president’s administration has been refusing media access to the detention center for weeks.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports, UMaine Sports
UMaine football team looking to remain safe during bye week
The Black Bears haven’t had a positive COVID-19 test yet, but other CAA teams have had to call off games because of the virus.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Falmouth schools plan phased-in approach to full in-person instruction
The plan, contingent on the state of the pandemic, would start with the elementary school by the end of April.
Posted inBusiness, Politics
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh confirmed as labor secretary
He is the first labor secretary to come from a union background in almost 50 years.
Posted inBaseball, Softball, Sports, Times Record, Times Record Sports, Varsity Maine
Pitchers and catchers begin throwing as spring sports season gets under way
It’s been 21 months since high school baseball and softball teams last officially practiced because of the pandemic.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Lyme disease cases fell sharply in 2020, with COVID-19 and weather likely playing a role
Tick activity is normal so far this spring and the drop in cases is likely because of the dry summer and people avoiding health care during the early stages of the pandemic.