Several have said they may be able to produce masks, face shields, gloves and other equipment to help in the coronavirus fight.
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U.K.’s Johnson orders shops closed, no gatherings over virus
British Prime Minster Boris Johnson has banned gatherings of more than two people in a stepped-up response to slow the new coronavirus.
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Stocks slump, despite Fed aid, as coronavirus bill stalls again
Stocks end another bumpy day broadly lower as investors wait to see if Democrats and Republicans can settle their differences on an economic rescue package.
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Luxury vacation rentals firm promotes early visits to Maine from out of state
Apex Luxury Rentals said Friday’s email was intended to give people the option to safely quarantine in Maine, not spend a vacation here during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Feds: Scam artists spread virus lies, prey on Medicare recipients
Federal law enforcement is warning that scam artists are preying on older people’s fears by peddling fake tests for the coronavirus to Medicare recipients.
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Portland schools to remain closed through April vacation
Meals will continue to be distributed outside nine of the city’s schools.
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Over 1.5 billion globally asked to stay home to escape coronavirus
More than 1.5 billion people, a 5th of the world’s population, are being asked or ordered to stay home as new virus infections soar
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Portland restores needle exchange program with volunteer help
The city said Monday that people will be able to pick up clean needles and dispose of used ones from 8 to 9 a.m. in Bayside.
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By the numbers: Coronavirus cases, deaths around the world
This map of countries show which have confirmed cases of the virus. Map also includes when the virus was initially reported and the number of deaths by country. This table shows the countries that have confirmed cases of the virus, including when the virus was initially reported and the number of deaths by country. This […]
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As other states tighten restrictions, Maine stops short of embracing ‘shelter in place’ orders
A top official says the state’s coronavirus team has discussed ‘shelter in place’ and decided against using it – for now – noting Maine’s low population density and the limits Gov. Janet Mills has imposed on public gatherings and business operations.