Supply for the COVID-19 vaccine varies across the state: Lewiston-Auburn needs more while some appointments beyond Androscoggin County going unfilled.
2021
Posted inNation / World, News
‘A tragedy and a nightmare’: 10 people killed in shooting at Colorado supermarket
The attack was the 7th mass killing this year in the U.S., coming less than a week after 8 people were killed at 3 Atlanta-area massage businesses.
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Posted inBoston Red Sox, Sports
Tom Caron: ‘Stay healthy’ has added meaning as Red Sox near Opening Day
Alex Cora, like all managers, worries about injuries. This spring, there is an added concern: the prospect of COVID-19 cases.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports, UMaine Sports
UMaine football team looking to remain safe during bye week
The Black Bears haven’t had a positive COVID-19 test yet, but other CAA teams have had to call off games because of the virus.
Posted inMaine Crime, News, Oxford Hills, River Valley
Oxford County arrest log: March 22, 2021
• Jennie M. Friree, 42, of 223 Paris Hill Road, South Paris, on charges of violation of protection from abuse order and violation of condition of release, 2:59 p.m. in Oxford by Oxford Police Department. • Sarah L. Green, 36, of 546 Norway Road, Waterford, on a charge of failure to appear after bailed, 11:32 […]
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Bill calls for study of local laws that hinder development of affordable housing
A committee would examine zoning and other ordinances with an eye toward streamlining the process for building affordable units in Maine.
Posted inBaseball, Softball, Sports, Varsity Maine
After a lost season, baseball and softball return to high schools across Maine
First day of pitchers and catchers workouts marks return to baseball and softball after 2020 was wiped out by coronavirus.
Posted inNew England Patriots, Sports
Energy already high among new additions to Patriots’ roster
The Patriots have been one of the NFL’s top spenders in free agency, guaranteeing about $175 million in salary to 19 players.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World
Texas Roadhouse CEO dies by suicide while battling ‘unbearable’ post-COVID symptoms, family says
Kent Taylor’s death highlights both the struggle of some COVID-19 patients to manage ‘long-haul’ symptoms that are still barely understood by doctors, as well as growing concerns that suicide risks have risen as pandemic-related depression and anxiety spike across the U.S.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News
Lewiston police investigate shots fired at Poirier’s Market
Police were not reporting any injuries or possible motive. A vehicle was towed from the scene.