The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S. and the world. Families trying to squeeze in a summer vacation before school starts better do some homework on COVID-19 restrictions before loading up the minivan. The web of state and local quarantines is growing more tangled by the day: New York, New Jersey and […]
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Posted inHealth, Nation & World
Fauci to tell House panel ‘unclear’ how long pandemic lasts
Dr. Anthony Fauci is returning to Capitol Hill and plans to testify there’s no end in sight to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Posted inLocal & State
Farmington native navigates the Appalachian Trail in a pandemic
21-year-old Farmington native Brooklynn Winters, also known as “Bear Bait,” has completed just under 600 miles of the AT so far.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Music, theater venues may not survive the pandemic
Congress must protect these local businesses, which add so much to their communities.
Posted inNation & World
Trump, GOP suggest temporary fix for $600 jobless benefit
But Democrats have so far rejected a piecemeal approach, saying the next relief bill needs to move as a complete package.
Posted inNation & World
Latest U.S. virus surge hits plateau, but few experts celebrate
Although deaths are mounting rapidly, the nation’s second surge in coronavirus cases appears to be leveling off.
Posted inSports, Varsity Maine
MPA announces details for shortened fall sports seasons
Football teams will play no more than six regular season games. Soccer, field hockey and volleyball will play a maximum of 10.
Posted inBoston Celtics, Sports
Celtics preview: Boston restarts against Milwaukee with focus on defense
The Celtics, stressing solid team defense, are ready to play a countable game for the first time in 20 weeks, and the drive to a title starts with the league-best Bucks.
Posted inSports
Blue Jays manager: Series at Philadelphia called off because of virus
More positive COVID-19 tests in Philadelphia prompt MLB to call off the weekend series, stranding the Blue Jays in Washington with no games to play.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education, Times Record
Brunswick officials present hybrid reopening plan
Students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade will attend classes in-person two days per week, high school freshmen one day per week and sophomores, juniors and seniors will be remote only.