COVID-19: A survivor story

"If you cannot appreciate the major risk you are putting yourself, your loved ones or your neighbors in by not following these parameters, you are so very wrong." – Nicole Boivin

Maine rural hospitals cut pay, hours while preparing for a surge

The cost-cutting measures are happening because hospitals are no longer getting revenue from emergency room visits and elective procedures were canceled to make room for COVID-19 patients.

The Virus Diaries: ‘My business had been going very well. Then this happened’

A Freeport woman, who runs an Airbnb catering to people seeking her dog-training services, has lost business because of the virus outbreak.

Chebeague ferry won’t transport suspected COVID-19 patients

The island town's primary ferry responds to emergency calls but says it won't transport anyone suspected to be infected with the coronavirus.

Overwhelmed Maine unemployment office announces hiring, new rules for applicants

In order to reduce call volume, Mainers are asked to call on one of three days next week, depending on the first letter of their last name.

At St.Mary’s hospital, quarantined staff must use own sick time

Some employees of St. Mary's are critical of management for requiring staffers who are quarantined after coronavirus exposure to use their own sick/vacation time.

Waterville police looking for suspect in stabbing incident

Chad Andrews, 39, allegedly stabbed a man early Friday in the back of the head and fled a Silver Street apartment building before police could search it.

More vandalism may be connected to tensions about out-of-staters on Vinalhaven

The Knox County Sheriff's Office is investigating as police warn against harassment of people from out-of-state.

Maine CDC confirms nine deaths as state sees largest single day increase in coronavirus cases

As of Friday there were 432 confirmed cases of the virus in Maine, and nine people had died as state health officials repeatedly urge the public to practice social distancing and stay at home except for essential activities.

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