The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 307,200 people and killed more than 13,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 92,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China. […]
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Posted inLocal & State, News
Number of coronavirus cases in Maine rises to 89
The Maine CDC is urging all Mainers to take precautions now, even if the pandemic hasn’t officially arrived in their counties.
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Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Coronavirus may become this century’s Second World War
The people who endured the Great Depression and ‘the War’ have some lessons to share with us.
Posted inFood & Dining, Recipes
In these strange times, get in the kitchen and cook something!
Then share your recipe with the rest of us.
Posted inGreg Kesich, Op-Eds, Opinion
The View From Here: Waiting for the shaking to stop
Coronavirus is a disaster that is testing us in ways with which we have no experience.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Coronavirus how-to: Working from home? Some tips on how to do it
A laptop on a couch in your pajamas is not optimal.
Posted inBill Nemitz, Local & State, News, Op-Eds, Opinion
Bill Nemitz: A week in Maine like no other
Everything has changed. But we can do this.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining, Recipes
Who does maple season best?
Put up your dukes, Vermont, New York state and Quebec. We’re coming for ya.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Behind the scenes as Maine Med prepared for a public health emergency
As the outbreak approached, administrators and medical personnel moved to the front lines in a battle that would alter society.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Mainers take action to help seniors isolated amid the coronavirus crisis
From Biddeford to Westbrook to Harpswell, agencies, volunteers and neighbors are responding to older Mainers who are staying home to stay healthy.