“I skateboard nearly every day when I can,” Dakota Martin, 26, said.
July 2020
Posted inBusiness, Health, Maine, News
Janet Mills issues executive order requiring Lewiston-Auburn businesses to enforce mask-wearing
The governor’s order, which took effect Wednesday, applies to businesses in seven coastal counties and large inland cities including Auburn, Augusta, Bangor and Lewiston.
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Posted inMaine, News
Police will investigate Cumberland County Jail guard who punched inmate
Sheriff Kevin Joyce says he is ‘very disappointed’ by what he saw on security footage, and the officer is now on paid administrative leave.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Politics
Maine amends wording of CMP corridor ballot question
It was altered by Secretary of State Matt Dunlap based on feedback received during a 30-day public comment period.
Posted inMaine
Severe thunderstorms expected Wednesday afternoon
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for Cumberland, Androscoggin, Oxford until 7/08 2:45PM pic.twitter.com/s87TroEFI7 — Charlie Lopresti (@CharlieWGME) July 8, 2020 There is a chance for thunderstorms across Maine this afternoon and evening. A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for Androscoggin, Cumberland and Oxford counties until 10 p.m. Some may become severe with […]
Posted inNation / World
Lt. Col. Vindman retiring from Army, lawyer blames Trump
The statement from his attorney said Vindman is leaving the Army after more than 21 years after it was made clear ‘that his future within the institution he has dutifully served will forever be limited.’
Posted inMaine
By the numbers: COVID-19 cases and deaths in Maine, the U.S. and the world
Reported cases by country:
Posted inSports
Sports Digest: Scarborough Downs suspending live racing after Friday
The harness racing track received a special dispensation to hold live events, but hasn’t been able to generate revenue because no spectators are allowed.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Schools & Education
Portland-based education nonprofit sued for study-abroad refunds
The Council on International Education Exchange suspended all of its spring programs but said only students who could not complete their courses online would be eligible for refunds.
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United sending layoff notices to nearly half of U.S. employees
The airline says that it will offer early retirement benefits and that furloughing 36,000 employees in October is a worst-case scenario.