When Troy Cailler was hired as chief in March at the age of 27, he hit the ground running with a list of priorities in hand. Among them, a new fire engine to replace the rickety 1991 model in active service.
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Maine CDC reports no new COVID cases because state lab was closed on Christmas
The lab did not process samples Friday and other labs that typically report results to the public health agency also did not do so on the holiday.
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Backlog in Maine courts grows as virus surge delays some trials and hearings
The disruption is adding to a mounting backlog of criminal cases with a return to normal operations at least months away.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Outdoors
Nordic skis, snowshoes flying off the shelves in Maine
Local ski shops say the shortage appears linked to a desire by Mainers to get outdoors safely while the pandemic rages.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
U.S. plants hope to maintain production despite virus threat
But as it will be months before many people will be vaccinated, factories will remain vulnerable.
Posted inNation & World, Religion and Values
Pope calls for vaccines for all in his Christmas message
Francis also calls for peace and ceasefires in many countries around the world.
Posted inNation & World
Experts say personal experience convinced Midwest of virus dangers
The positive direction offers hope that people can take precautions seriously as they await vaccines.
Posted inNation & World
Mali opposition leader Cissé dies after contracting COVID-19
Soumaila Cissé, who was held hostage for six months by jihadis earlier this year and was considered a leading contender for the 2022 presidential election, has died in Paris.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Queen Elizabeth pays tribute to ‘kindness of strangers’
Queen Elizabeth II has delivered a heartfelt message of hope in her Christmas address, praising the ‘indomitable spirit’ of those who have risen ‘magnificently’ to the challenges of the pandemic.
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U.S. to require negative COVID-19 test from U.K. travelers
Airline passengers will need to get negative tests within three days of their trip and provide the results to the airline.