Some events planned for Cuba Week could be rescheduled for later this year.
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The Wrap: Virtual pop-up, and help for hungry students
The coronavirus outbreak has led to lots of community-building in the restaurant industry.
Mid Coast Hospital restricting visitors to help contain coronavirus
The hospital isn’t allowing patients with symptoms of the coronavirus into its facilities and instead, directing them to testing sites where they can be tested from their vehicle.
Brunswick Sears closed after coronavirus exposure
Larry Costello, public relations director for Sears and K-mart, said management has “spoken with each of our associates to alert them as to the possible exposure and to encourage any associate with symptoms to seek medical attention.”
Brunswick, Bath declare emergency, prohibits late-night gatherings
The proclamations in both towns prohibit gatherings between 8 p.m. and 2 a.m.
Jewish Film Festival postponed due to coronavirus concerns
‘Of course we’re disappointed, but we felt that we did what we had to do,’ said Barbara Merson, executive director of the Maine Jewish Film Festival.
Midcoast Meetings: March 20-27
Editor’s note: Due to closures and cancellations prompted by the COVID-19 coronavirus, readers should call ahead to see if meetings listed are still being held.
Maine financial institutions seek to reassure customers, limit contact
Representatives of banks and credit unions are promoting drive-through and digital access while lobby services are limited.
Mainewhile: It’s OK, we can do this together
Well. Here we are. Smack dab in the middle of some never-before-seen situations. Schools are closed for a few weeks, colleges are closed and moving online, several of my favorite places to go for a coffee have shut down, heck – Broadway has closed. Broadway! As much as we all know it is for the […]
As other services close in wake of coronavirus, Tedford Housing extends hours
The organization is focused on prevention, but is struggling with limited supplies. With 16 guests sleeping side by side, quarantine in the adult shelter is virtually impossible.