The Pentagon first learned about the new virus in December. On Jan. 3, the head of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention received a call from his Chinese counterpart with a warning.
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‘Absolute chaos’ as businesses try to tap into rescue funds
When announcing the program, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said companies could get loan money they same day they apply, but thousands are still waiting.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Quarantine buddies find temporary homes in central Maine
As people across Maine are spending more time at home under public health directives to slow the spread of coronavirus, some are choosing to spend that time fostering animals.
Posted inNation & World
Millions of taxpaying immigrants won’t get stimulus checks
About 4.3 million unauthorized immigrants do not have a Social Security number and instead file by using a taxpayer ID number.
Posted inNation & World
Fauci says ‘rolling re-entry’ of U.S. economy possible in May
Federal social distancing guidelines expire April 30, but it’ll be largely up to governors to determine when to start easing restrictions.
Posted inLocal & State, Times Record
Brunswick’s asylum seekers healthy amid pandemic, but impact on immigration process remains unknown
According to cultural broker Nsiona Nguizani, the families are social distancing, but have been retraumatized by the coronavirus pandemic. He is their only ‘outside’ person.
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‘SNL’ returns with work-from-home edition
Tom Hanks was the host with musical guest Chris Martin from Coldplay.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Morning Sentinel
Q&A: Wendy Roderick, registered nurse at Northern Light Inland Hospital
A view from a local health care worker on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Morning Sentinel
Q&A: Heather Merrow, certified nursing assistant at Northern Light Continuing Care
A view from a local health care worker on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Central Maine rural mail carriers take precautions during pandemic
Mail carrier Patrick Dapolito said the mail system is vital during the outbreak, but could be threatened as it is being used less.