Jack Little took to Facebook and Instagram, asking friends to send 50 cents or a dollar. The account to help wait staff has reached nearly $7,000.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Morning Sentinel
Fairfield orchard looking at safe ways to host Maine Apple Sunday with same traditions
The Apple Farm is hoping to be able to provide hayrides this year and other festivities, but with safer protocols in place such as mask-wearing and social distancing.
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Posted inLocal & State, News
Labor Day rally calls attention to need for aid during pandemic
In Portland, labor leaders and workers call for legislation to protect workers, assist state and local governments, and boost unemployment benefits for struggling Mainers.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Maine CDC reports 19 new cases of coronavirus, no new deaths
State health officials are keeping a close eye on York County, which has had a surge of cases in the past 2 weeks.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Religion and Values
Sanford pastor remains defiant, engages religious liberty attorney
Todd Bell preached again to an in-person congregation at Calvary Baptist Church on Sunday, according to a live internet audio stream of services.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Alfond Municipal Pool in Waterville awash in renovations
Phase 2 of the extensive upgrade project began last week and is expected to be finished when the pool is scheduled to reopen June 19, 2021.
Posted inNation & World, Uncategorized
States plan for cuts as Congress deadlocks on more virus aid
Reserve funds are dwindling as governors and lawmakers address declining tax revenue and increased costs caused by the pandemic.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
Augusta-based charter school marks five years of virtual-only learning
Maine Virtual Academy has a model that works for its students, and other public schools now utilizing remote learning can find answers in that model.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, Uncategorized
Pandemic turns summer into European tourism’s leanest season ever
Hotels, restaurant, tour operators, train travel and airlines saw revenue losses of ‘roughly 85-90%,’ officials report.
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Maine CDC reports 15 new coronavirus cases, no more deaths
The past week saw a surge of cases in York County linked to an outbreak at the county jail and at a church in Sanford.