The mask mandate for using public transportation during a pandemic was set to expire in a few weeks, and the government says such a public health measure is a valid exercise of authority.
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COVID-19 hospitalizations increase in Maine
The number of hospitalized patients has hovered in the 90s or low 100s since mid-March and rose to 99 patients Tuesday.
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Maine transit agencies drop mask requirement
Starting Wednesday, passengers on public transportation in southern Maine will no longer have to wear masks after a federal judge struck down a nationwide face covering mandate.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Maine’s local governments need not rush to spend federal COVID aid
The coronavirus pandemic will have long-term effects, and the response should also have a long horizon.
Posted inHealth, Nation & World
Cheers, fear as Trump-appointed federal judge strikes down U.S. transit mask mandate
The mask mandate that applies to public transportation was recently extended by President Biden’s administration until May 3.
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COVID hospitalizations hold steady in Maine
The state reported 93 hospitalized patients Monday.
Posted inMaine, Uncategorized
Sen. Collins making 1st public appearance after contracting COVID-19
The Maine senator is visiting Bath Iron Works on Monday.
Posted inMaine
Doctor suspended for COVID-19 exemptions testifies about letters, faces sanctions
Dr. Paul Gosselin of Waterville could be reprimanded, fined or lose his medical license for his alleged failure to properly keep patient records in a dozen cases where he signed a letter urging that front-line workers be exempted from the vaccination mandate.
Posted inMaine
COVID-19 hospitalizations decline in Maine
A total of 91 people were hospitalized statewide with the coronavirus on Sunday, nine fewer than on Saturday.
Posted inGreg Kesich, Op-eds, Opinion
The View From Here: Take it from me – don’t get COVID
But the Maine CDC’s Dr. Shah says that we can look forward to better days of living with a virus that has dominated our lives for two years.