Both towns issued statements following Thursday’s announcement of Maine’s first positive test for coronavirus. The COVID-19 virus was detected in a woman in her 50s in Androscoggin County.
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Global concert industry canceling tours as coronavirus spreads
Concert promoter Live Nation is recommending concerts worldwide be cancelled through the end of the month.
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MLB delays Opening Day by at least 2 weeks because of virus
The minor league baseball season, which was to start April 9, also was being delayed.
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Baxter Academy will close, transition to remote learning amid coronavirus spread
As K-12 schools around Maine announced plans to cancel or postpone large events and activities, the charter school said Thursday it will transition to distance learning by Monday.
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NCAA cancels men’s, women’s basketball tournaments
The decision comes a day after the NCAA announces the games would be played in mostly empty arenas.
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Hollywood shuts down, Broadway goes dark to curb virus cases
The entertainment industry is preparing to shut down to curb the spread of the coronavirus
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Pro and college sports across the nation come to a stunning halt
The NCAA basketball tournament has been canceled, Major League Baseball delays the start of its season, and the NHL season is suspended.
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MLB delays season start by 2 weeks, suspends spring training games
The minor league baseball season, which was to start April 9, also is being delayed.
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Gov. Mills eyes budget adjustments in response to virus’ economic impacts
A recent state revenue forecast that predicted a $40 million increase in revenues did not take the coronavirus pandemic into account.
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NHL suspends season amid coronavirus pandemic
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman announced Thursday it is pausing its season, one day after the NBA suspended play after a player tested positive.