City councilors are expected to vote Thursday on a proposal to hold all voting in November at the Augusta Civic Center, rather than in each of the city’s four wards.
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Rates of depression in U.K. double among adults during lockdown
The study finds young adults between 16 and 39 were proportionately more likely to experience symptoms.
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Patriots notebook: No fans will be allowed at Gillette Stadium through at least September
New England will play its first two home games – against the Dolphins and Raiders – without any fans
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Floridians voting by mail in huge numbers compared to 2016
The coronavirus pandemic has prompted many Floridians to vote by mail instead of in person
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Is it safe to drink from a fountain during the pandemic?
Is it safe to drink from a fountain during the pandemic
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Coin shortage hits retailers, laundromats, tooth fairy
A convenience store chain is offering a free beverage or sandwich in exchange for them
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The Latest: Notre Dame cancels classes for 2 weeks after COVID-19 spike
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S. and the world. SOUTH BEND, Ind. — The University of Notre Dame on Tuesday canceled in-person undergraduate classes for two weeks after a spike of coronavirus cases that occurred since the semester began Aug. 10. University president the Rev. John Jenkins said there have been […]
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Maine reports 17 new COVID-19 cases but no additional deaths
The state is still investigating an outbreak at a wedding in Millinocket, including whether safety precautions were taken.
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New movies, and safety protocols, are coming to a Maine theater near you
Several more Maine movie theaters, including Cinemagic and Regal locations and the Nickelodeon in Portland, plan to reopen Friday.
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Survey finds widespread dissatisfaction with internet service in Maine
More than half the respondents said their internet has been inadequate during the pandemic; reasons include slow connectivity, unreliability and cost.