Rob Wolfe

Portland Press Herald

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Published
August 23, 2020

Maine CDC reports 18 new coronavirus cases, 1 more death

The state’s hospitalizations and case numbers are still low, though a wedding reception in Millinocket has been linked to dozens of confirmed cases.
Published
August 22, 2020

Despite COVID-19 cases, UMaine to welcome students back on Monday

University leaders detailed their virus response and prevention plan in a virtual news conference Saturday, after three cases were reported among students in Orono.
Published
August 22, 2020

Dozens rally in Portland in support of U.S. Postal Service

The protesters demand the resignation of Postmaster General Louis DeJoy and say the postal crisis was manufactured by President Trump to boost his re-election.
Published
August 22, 2020

Maine CDC now links 53 COVID-19 cases to Millinocket wedding reception

The news follows the announcement of 32 new coronavirus cases and one additional death Saturday.
Published
August 16, 2020

Susan Rice to headline Democratic Convention watch parties in Maine

The former U.N. ambassador and national security adviser will host one of several virtual watch parties as Joe Biden accepts the Democratic nomination for president.
Published
August 16, 2020

Maine CDC reports 24 cases of coronavirus, no additional deaths

There was one death over the weekend, a man in his 90s from Androscoggin County, according to the CDC.
Published
August 15, 2020

Market Basket will open Friday in Westbrook

The supermarket chain’s second location in Maine is expected to create about 320 new jobs.
Published
August 15, 2020

Maine CDC reports 29 new cases of coronavirus, one death

Critical virus statistics have remained low for the state, which has among the lowest infection rates per capita in the U.S.
Published
August 9, 2020

Maine senators have sharply different takes on Trump’s executive actions

Sen. Susan Collins criticizes congressional Democrats for blocking the extension of unemployment benefits, while Sen. Angus King says the president has moved the country closer to an ‘elected monarchy.’
Published
August 9, 2020

Maine CDC reports 16 cases of coronavirus, no additional deaths

Maine’s numbers remained low over the weekend – only 28 new COVID-19 cases.