Here is a roundup of local recent COVID-19 related news: Martin Point Boat Launch, Sabattus Effective Saturday, April 25, the town will reopen the Sabattus boat launch. The rest of Martin Point will remain closed due to the coronavirus until further notice. The opening is for boat launching and trailering only. No other pedestrian activities […]
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Gould Academy hosting college admissions info session
BETHEL — The Gould Academy college counseling team will host its annual information session, Understanding the College Admissions Landscape, for 10th and 11th graders and their families starting at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 25. Gould welcomes the larger Bethel and SAD 44 community to participate as well. The event is virtual this year, and online registration is […]
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‘HOPE’ and ‘LOVE’ question served up with overnight yeast waffle recipe
DEAR SUN SPOTS: When I look out my window I can see Veterans Memorial Park across the river. To the north these words are painted on the walls (left from the Libby Mill): “HOPE,” and “LOVE.” Does anyone know when and how they were put there? We are so fortunate to have you to answer […]
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Tom Brady ejected from Tampa park closed because of coronavirus
Six Super Bowl rings may get you special treatment in a lot of places, but not during a pandemic.
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Counterpoint: Ending prison crowding can limit coronavirus infections
Finding critical supplies, including hand sanitizer and face masks, to protect oneself and loved ones from the novel coronavirus is challenging. To overcome the shortfall, production of protective gear is now increasingly being sourced by people incarcerated in Florida, New York and other states. While the supplies are shared with frontline medical and correctional workers, […]
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Coronavirus in New England: Anti-lockdown protest in New Hampshire
A few hundred demonstrators cheered and waved signs outside the New Hampshire State House during a call to reopen the state
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Contamination at CDC lab delayed rollout of coronavirus tests
The failure by the CDC to quickly produce a test kit for detecting the novel coronavirus was triggered by a glaring scientific breakdown.
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Former Treasury Secretary Paul O’Neill dies at age 84
Paul O’Neill, a former Treasury secretary who broke with George W. Bush over tax policy, dies at 84.
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Investigation into Jay mill explosion continues
Workers manually shut valves to prevent further damage after the blast.
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New Maine unemployment claims fall, but another surge expected
About 13,400 Mainers filed for unemployment benefits last week, less than half the previous week’s number, but an upcoming eligibility expansion is likely to trigger a resurgence of claims.