The monthlong coronavirus outbreak at the jail in Augusta is now contained to one block.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine
Virus concerns cause cancellation of some New Year’s Eve events
While New Year Gorham is switching to a virtual format, the State Theatre in Portland and the Portland House of Music are canceling their shows.
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Posted inMaine
Clinics in Augusta, Richmond offer free COVID-19 vaccines this week
The Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines will all be available.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Fast-spreading omicron variant becoming dominant in Maine
Newly released data show that omicron went from less than 1% of COVID-19 cases in the state to 10% in 1 week this month, and it already may be causing the majority of new cases statewide.
Posted inNation & World
COVID-19 variant disrupts holiday travel but not shopping
U.S. flight cancellations continue Sunday as staffing problems related to omicron persist.
Posted inHealth
New easy-to-use COVID-19 pills come with a catch
The challenge is getting tested, getting a prescription and starting the pills in a short window.
Posted inNation & World
Federal program offers cash to cover costs of funeral due to COVID-19
Families who have lost loved ones to COVID-19 can apply for reimbursement from the federal government for up to $9,000 to cover the cost of funeral expenses.
Posted inMaine, Uncategorized
COVID-19 hospitalizations dip in Maine as state braces for more cases
The decline in the number of hospital patients began last week, but may be temporary because of an anticipated post-holiday surge in cases and the spread of the highly contagious omicron variant.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Gratitude and grace needed during the holidays
The advice of the Maine CDC director strikes the right chord in a bewildering, frustrating time.
Posted inNation & World
U.S. Navy warship sidelined with COVID-19 outbreak
All of the crew is immunized, and those who tested positive are isolated from others.