The spark for the rally was a report that an experimental drug proved effective against the new coronavirus in a study run by the National Institutes of Health.
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Central Maine disc golf owners take cautious approach to reopening courses Friday
Many owners stress golfers still need to practice social distancing and to respect the rules.
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Businesses first in line under Mills’ recovery plan approach reopening with caution
Some say they will hold off for a few days to make sure they meet state guidelines as the economy begins to churn back to life.
Posted inHealth, Nation & World, New England, News
Sewage may tell us when the coronavirus lockdown will end
Americans might find the idea gross, but wastewater early-warning systems have helped catch norovirus, Hepatitis A and other diseases around the world for decades.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Old Hallowell Day could be canceled after committee vote Saturday
The city’s Board of Health recommended against hosting the large celebration at its Tuesday meeting, but the planning committee will conduct a final vote Saturday.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Religion and Values, Times Record
Catholic churches in Maine will hold drive-in Masses
Gov. Janet Mills announced Tuesday that churches could hold drive-in services starting May 1, but some congregations are sticking with online services for now.
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Eight workers at Tyson Foods plant in Portland test positive; state says all 400 should be tested
The outbreak at the poultry processing plant, believed to be Maine’s first workplace outbreak outside a health care facility, prompts talk of idling production.
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Goodell reduces salary to $0, NFL workers taking pay cuts and furloughs
Commissioner Roger Goodell voluntarily took a full pay cut, while other NFL employees will be subject to other budget-cutting measures.
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Maine’s most popular parks and beaches to remain closed
Ten of Maine’s state parks along the coast will remain closed until at least June 1 under a new order by Gov. Janet Mills that looks to gradually reopen the state’s economy.
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Fed signals it will likely hold rates near zero for months
The Fed said it will also keep buying Treasury and mortgage bonds to help keep rates low.