At least 26 lawmakers – about 1 in 7 – have been diagnosed with the coronavirus, in the biggest known outbreak in any state legislature.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Stores appear to be complying with face mask enforcement, and shoppers aren’t making a fuss
The governor issued an order this week requiring many businesses in 7 counties and several cities to enforce the state’s mask-wearing mandate with customers.
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Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Janet Mills’ order to mask up faces mixed reaction in Lewiston and Auburn
Most customers and businesses complied with the governor’s order Thursday, while many others held steadfast against enforcement of face coverings.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn
CMCC to open campus this fall to students receiving critical hands-on training
The only students who will be on campus this fall is students who need to use equipment and technology that are essential to their education. Other education programs will have online classes.
Posted inNation & World, Schools and Education
Schools or bars? Opening classrooms may mean hard choices
Places that pose high risk of exposing people to the coronavirus may need to stay closed, if children are to get back to school safely.
Posted inLocal & State, News
York County Jail inmate tests positive for COVID-19
The man, who was arrested Wednesday, was asymptomatic initially, but a test came back positive Thursday, the sheriff says.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Morning Sentinel
Augusta, Waterville treated differently under updated mask orders
The two cities are less than 20 miles apart and have similar overnight populations, but only Augusta was identified in the executive order on enforcing mask wearing. The answer might be in the numbers.
Posted inNews, Schools and Education
Students balk at UMaine plans for remote learning on campus
The university is currently planning on delivering almost one-quarter of fall classes remotely, leaving some students disappointed and questioning whether they should return to campus.
Posted inNews
Oxford Casino reopens gaming area for slots
Only 200 customers are allowed inside the casino, according to state guidelines, well below its 2,700 capacity.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
Community colleges to reopen in fall with blend of online, in-person learning
Plans for the seven-campus system also include limited access to single-occupancy dorm rooms and a delay until at least January in fall and winter sports.