COVID-19 pandemic
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PublishedAugust 4, 2020
The Universal Notebook: Closed until further notice
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PublishedAugust 3, 2020
Pandemic likely to cost Maine cities and towns over $124 million this year
In a report to the Legislature, the Maine Municipal Association says communities are reporting reduced sales tax revenue, fewer fees collected, and lost motor vehicle excise tax revenue.
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PublishedJuly 31, 2020
Bill would let Maine restaurants sell alcohol to go until 2022
The bill's sponsor, Sen. Louie Luchini, said an emergency order by Gov. Janet Mills that allows restaurants to sell booze to go has been key to their survival during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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PublishedJuly 31, 2020
Letter: Reader invites Balentine to perform an experiment
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PublishedJuly 29, 2020
Free COVID-19 test site opens Monday in Westbrook
The "Swab and Send" facility will test anyone with an appointment in an effort to prevent outbreaks.
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PublishedJuly 29, 2020
Maine state budget facing COVID-19 shortfalls of $1.4 billion over next 3 years
What the state gained in revenue on taxable grocery store items and building supplies when the pandemic hit didn't come close to making up for what it lost in sales tax because restaurants and lodgings were shuttered.
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PublishedJuly 27, 2020
Maine cities and towns hopeful for federal relief
Municipalities have cut budgets, furloughed workers and prepared for sharp drops in tax revenue as the pandemic continues. Now, they say, they need federal help.
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PublishedJuly 27, 2020
Maine businesses say survival may hinge on more help
Business owners say the federal Paycheck Protection Program loans helped them weather what they hope was the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic, but they remain unsettled and worried about the future.
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PublishedJuly 26, 2020
Bill Nemitz: Think it’s the pandemic keeping Maine lawmakers off the job? Try pure hypocrisy
If you happen to see any Republican state legislators, tell them it's time to get back to work.
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PublishedJuly 23, 2020
Portland businesses feeling the pain from fitness classes held in closed street
The city agreed to close part of Cove Street to give Beacon Community Fitness space for classes, but nearby businesses are crying foul, saying they weren't consulted or notified.
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