The outbreak forced schools to adapt, and the results show the worth of providing meals for all kids, no questions asked.
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Virtual music group videos engage Maine students, communities during pandemic
Their youthful, hopeful voices counterbalance the din of disturbing public health reports, gun-toting protesters and politicians dealing with an unprecedented global threat.
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Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: We’re paying a steep price for not investing in science
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Legal aid organizations expect pandemic to increase demand in Maine
More people will need legal advice on evictions, divorces, protection from abuse orders and other civil matters – and fewer will be able to afford it.
Posted inSports
Harvick gets milestone win as NASCAR returns
In NASCAR’s first race since March 8 – and with no fans in attendance – Kevin Harvick wins at Darlington Raceway for his 50th career victory.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Central Maine restaurant owners scramble to reopen
Restaurants in Kennebec County are cleared to open for dine-in service with restrictions on Monday, with those changes requiring frantic work on Sunday.
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Fundraiser supports Hallowell businesses while feeding medical workers
Organizer Patrick Cunningham has been making large orders at Hallowell restaurants and delivering the food to an Augusta COVID unit.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Oil, tourism, seafood – all hit in Louisiana virus fight
The state seafood promotion board estimates the industry’s economic impact at $2.4 billion.
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Skowhegan day care owner struggles during pandemic
While some providers are still charging for services during the pandemic, owner of Conley Connections Childcare, said she “cannot feel right” charging for services she cannot provide.
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NASCAR fans outside Darlington: ‘Time to hear the engines’
Fans gather to tailgate, despite the fact that they can not attend the race, in NASCAR return.