Local & State
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PublishedNovember 30, 2020
Courts in Augusta to remain closed due to lack of staff after worker tested positive for COVID-19
The Capital Judicial Center closed to the public last week and is expected to remain shut down until Monday, Dec. 7.
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PublishedNovember 30, 2020
Maine Legislature prepares for historic pandemic session
Lawmakers will be sworn into office by Gov. Janet Mills on Wednesday at the Augusta Civic Center, which is being used instead of the State House, to protect against spread of COVID-19.
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PublishedNovember 30, 2020
Westbrook chooses veteran officer as next police chief
Sean Lally, who has been with the Westbrook force for 23 years, will replace Janine Roberts, who is retiring at the end of the year.
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PublishedNovember 30, 2020
Western Maine tourism, recreation get a funding boost
The University of Maine has received $286,800 to provide workforce training for the industries.
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PublishedNovember 30, 2020
Judge denies motion by CMP/Avangrid to dismiss customer bill case
The decision opens the door for plaintiffs' attorneys to gather information and question company officials, potentially leading to a class-action lawsuit on behalf of customers.
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PublishedNovember 30, 2020
Maine looks ahead to 12,000 doses of Pfizer vaccine within weeks
As the state reports 249 new cases and three more deaths, Maine's CDC director says the initial shipment would be used to inoculate health care workers who face risk of infection.
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PublishedNovember 30, 2020
Maine fishermen tops in payouts from trade relief program
Lobstermen have received at least $36 million so far, but a Dec. 14 application deadline looms.
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PublishedNovember 30, 2020
Mainers find silver linings, even in these worst of times
More time to reflect, pursue passions and spend with family has been an upside for many.
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PublishedNovember 30, 2020
In photos: Mainers talk about what they’re grateful for
Thanksgiving is over, but being thankful doesn’t have to end with the holiday. Despite the hardships of the coronavirus pandemic, finding reasons to be grateful can help make our lives better. Research has shown that gratitude can have health benefits, from sleeping better, to feeling less stress and more contentment. Throughout November, Press Herald Staff Photographer Brianna Soukup recorded images of Mainers who told her what they are thankful for.
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PublishedNovember 30, 2020
Longtime volunteer doesn’t hesitate to help children in ‘very different’ year
Carl Akin, 81, of Yarmouth recognizes that many Maine children will need a little holiday cheer and sense of normalcy during the pandemic.
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