Republicans harden opposition to Democrats’ virus relief package

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Published
February 24, 2021

Republicans harden opposition to Democrats’ virus relief package

Despite their narrow congressional majorities, Democratic leaders are poised to push the sweeping $1.9 trillion bill through the House on Friday.
Published
February 24, 2021

After a two-month battle, Georgetown COVID patient heads home

Traci Plummer lost her pulse for 97 seconds, but still managed to beat COVID-19.
Published
February 24, 2021

Updated Q&A: Should I be picky about vaccines? And how do I take myself off MaineHealth’s waitlist?

Answers to those and other questions about Maine's COVID-19 vaccination rollout.
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February 24, 2021

Maine pandemic relief loan recipients grow to 8,500 in latest round

The federal program offers a lifeline to small employers struggling amid the pandemic-triggered economic recession.
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February 24, 2021

Two hard-hit cities, 2 diverging fates in vaccine rollout

Two predominantly Latino cities in New England have had diverging fates in the global rollout of the coronavirus vaccine.
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February 24, 2021

Portland’s Wex reports virus-related financial woes in 2020

Wex, one of Maine's largest tech firms, reported a drop in revenue and profits for the year, which it attributed largely to the coronavirus pandemic.
Published
February 24, 2021

FDA confirms Johnson & Johnson 1-dose vaccine protects against COVID hospitalizations, deaths

A final decision could come as early as this weekend.
Published
February 24, 2021

1,000 COVID shots a week? Primary care doctors feel excluded by ‘unrealistic’ requirement

The Maine CDC recently started taking applications for 'collaborative' vaccination clinics staged by small practices, but doctors say few offices will be able to meet the volume demands set by the state.
Published
February 24, 2021

The Wrap: A restaurant residency, Taco Tuesdays and a farewell to Bill’s Pizza

Also, Oakhurst Dairy plans events to celebrate its 100th anniversary, and a Maine chef needs your support in a contest.
Published
February 24, 2021

Family resource festival set for March 6 at SMHS

The festival will offer fun activities and opportunities to connect with community providers, get assistance with technology currently being used by RSU 73 for remote and hybrid learning.