Eight new coronavirus cases, no additional deaths reported in Maine
The relatively small increase in cases comes after 3 weeks of much higher numbers of new infections, and a holiday weekend in which 4 older Mainers died of COVID-19 in Cumberland County.
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Data reveal Maine’s broad participation in federal emergency loan program
The Paycheck Protection Program has delivered more than $2 billion to companies in Maine, but recipients were kept secret until a limited disclosure by the federal government Monday.
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Portland to start providing rental assistance with $500,000 fund
Starting this month, the program offers residents who are struggling financially because of the pandemic as much as $2,500 to help cover rent and utilities.
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Superintendents have made cuts to teaching positions and programs, while also anticipating pandemic-related expenses.
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As schools decide whether to reopen campuses this year, the economic impact will ripple through the communities in which they are based.
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Information for Mainers impacted by the coronavirus outbreak.
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Bolsonaro, who has been an outlier among world leaders in his skepticism of the coronavirus and preventive measures, was tested Monday evening after developing symptoms that included a fever.
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To help stop the spread of the coronavirus, the University of Southern Maine will conduct regular testing, limit class sizes, increase cleaning and require masks to be worn outside on the Portland, Gorham and Lewiston campuses.
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Maine has averaged 27 new coronavirus cases daily for the week ending on Tuesday, compared to 37 cases per day during the previous week-long period.
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States need more federal funding and flexibility, as well as a national strategy to protect and support front-line workers.
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State officials argue that the controversial, now-scrapped policy was not to blame for one of the nation's highest nursing home death tolls.
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The World Health Organization has so far dismissed the possibility of airborne transmission, except for during certain high-risk medical procedures.
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The MLS decides to withdraw FC Dallas, which had six players test positive last week before the latest round of positive tests.
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The Miami area again orders restaurants closed after a holiday weekend of close-contact celebrations.
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Starting this month, the program offers residents who are struggling financially because of the pandemic as much as $2,500 to help cover rent and utilities.
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The guidelines issued by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement add pressure for campuses to reopen even amid growing concerns about the recent spread of COVID-19 among young adults.
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The WHO is collating data from countries to identify crucial elements that reduce mortality.
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The Paycheck Protection Program, criticized by Democratic House Speaker Sara Gideon for helping special interests and large corporations, provided a forgivable loan of between $1 million and $2 million to her husband’s law firm.
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Washington GM Mike Rizzo says, "Without accurate and timely testing, it is simply not safe for us to continue with summer camp. ... summer camp and the 2020 season are at risk."
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Tax procrastinators, your time is running out.
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Who got virus aid? WV governor’s family business, payday lenders, private equity firms, among othersThe Treasury on Monday identified thousands of businesses that received funding through the Paycheck Protection Program, created to preserve jobs at smaller businesses during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Officials from the Trump, Obama and George W. Bush administrations all signed the statement.
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The maximum number will be 5,000 fans or 50% of the stadium capacity – whichever is smaller – and moving toward 50% capacity beginning on Aug. 1.
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Harvard University’s freshman class will be invited to live on campus this fall, while most other undergraduates will be required to learn remotely from home.
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The disclosure includes the names of 660,000 small businesses and nonprofit organizations that received at least $150,000 in funding.
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The relatively small increase in cases comes after 3 weeks of much higher numbers of new infections, and a holiday weekend in which 4 older Mainers died of COVID-19 in Cumberland County.
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Some are going to extreme lengths to keep air purified, guests spread apart and high-touch items disinfected.
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In Maine, where only 20 of 110 licensed overnight camps are opening, guidelines require staff and counselors to quarantine or receive a negative test result.
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The sides are still negotiating a CBA extension and hopes to resume in late July or early August.
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Milwaukee will not reopen the facility before leaving for the NBA bubble in Florida on Thursday.
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The teams that meet in the NBA finals could be in the Disney World bubble for up to 14 weeks, which will surely prove challenging.
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The ban on most court hearings that would result in evictions could end as soon as Aug. 3, under the courts' reopening plan.
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Two members of the World Series champions have tested positive for the coronavirus, while others like Sean Doolittle await their results.
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Racism has very real, physical effects. And they are especially prone to diabetes, hypertension and other chronic diseases.
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The coronavirus is pummeling the global economy, and U.S. unemployment is reaching heights not seen since the Great Depression.
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Coronavirus-related hospitalizations reached an all-time high in Arizona and Nevada.
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Boston's J.D. Martinez said he has asthma and that makes him nervous about playing. His love of the game, he said, outweighs that fear.
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The Braves pitcher, a former Cy Young winner, made the decision after participating in workouts Friday and Saturday, and after three teammates tested positive for the coronavirus.
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The state has seen four deaths, but a small rise in cases, over a comparatively quiet Fourth of July weekend.
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Cooking classes have moved online during the coronavirus pandemic. Here's a look at classes and videos based in Maine that might help home cooks up their game in the kitchen.
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A survey of Maine state employees conducted in May found that only 5 percent wish to return to their workplace full time.
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The 11 regions described in Colin Woodard's 2011 book show dramatic regional differences in how the coronavirus is affecting the United States.
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The action starts this week with the 101st Maine Amateur, with safety guidelines in place to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
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Until there's a vaccine for COVID-19, the office environment as it existed prior to March is not coming back.
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Residents are enjoying parts of the state they'd normally never go to in July or August.
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The Portland Sea Dogs are in good shape, but 2021 could be another tough year throughout much of minor league baseball.
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Providers say state state aid hasn't sufficiently addressed the funding, reimbursement and workforce issues that existed even before COVID-19.
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Analysis: Fundamental differences in the balance between individual liberty and the common good are reflected in COVID-19 trends.
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Matthew Wolff, 21, shoots his second straight 8-under 64 at Detroit Golf Club to move to 19 under and into position for his second PGA Tour victory.
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The cartoon depicts Gov. Laura Kelly wearing a mask with a Jewish Star of David on it, next to a drawing of people being loaded onto train cars.
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Vice President Mike Pence is the public face of the administration's coronavirus response, and it's a job that's becoming even more difficult.
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For business owners and workers, consumers and home buyers, the past three months have delivered about the scariest ride in memory.
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Nursing home residents are among the Americans getting $1,200 checks as part of the U.S. plan to revive the economy.
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Portland's historic district has a quiet Fourth of July, with visitors largely following pandemic-era precautions.
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Florida reported a record number of coronavirus cases Saturday, the latest sign that the the virus is surging in many parts of the United States and casting a pall over Fourth of July celebrations.
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Sano is the second Twins player to test positive as training resumes.
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Jimmie Johnson is the first NASCAR driver to test positive for the coronavirus.
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Boston is scheduled to play three scrimmages before the NBA season restarts on July 30.
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Josh Taylor is isolating in Boston, while Darwinzon Hernandez tested positive in Venezuela and has yet to come to Boston.
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The league planned to cut the preseason in half, but the players went it canceled so they have more time to train after missing offseason activities.
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Jazz center Rudy Gobert, the first NBA player to positive for the coronavirus, is mostly recovered and ready to play.
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Players are nervous about being in the bubble, away from their families, and restricted in what they can and can't do.
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Four-time All-Star Freddie Freeman had a negative test earlier in the week, but tested positive on Friday and is 'not feeling great.'
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The state's cases continue to rise as Gov. Janet Mills is expected to mandate mask enforcement by businesses.
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Twenty percent of Maine's licensed child care programs are closed and some will never reopen, leaving parents looking desperately for slots that were in short supply even before the pandemic.
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Congress must do more to help renters stay in their homes.
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Told to stay out of the sun, humble is grateful for a young neighbor who likes weeding, picking carrots and repairing things bought at the dump store.
