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    Coronavirus Updates

  • Festivals still on for summer 2020

    By Stephen Betts - Apr 10
    Organizers of summer festivals in the Midcoast say the annual events are still a go. "It is a go, 100 percent at this point," Maine Lobster ...

  • Bicentennial Commission reschedules events

    Apr 09
    The Maine Bicentennial Commission has rescheduled two of its planned events in response to the virus prevention effort, with a view toward hosting ...

  • Active confirmed COVID-19 cases increasing locally, ...

    By Stephen Betts - Apr 09
    The number of active confirmed cases of people with COVID-19 has increased both statewide and in the Midcoast. The Maine Center for Disease ...

  • RSU 40 announces registration changes

    Apr 09
    Regional School Unit 40 will begin registration for 2020 kindergarten and Pre-K students in April. Kindergarten A child who will be five on or ...

  • Lyman-Morse designs protection for local health care workers

    Apr 09
    Lyman-Morse and its specialized business divisions are helping local health care workers on the front line against COVID-19, by building personal ...

  • Camden library offers virtual lunch with a librarian

    Apr 09
    Even though the Camden Public Library will be closed through the end of April, the public can still enjoy the smiling faces and infinite wisdom of ...

  • Unemployment claims continue historic highs

    Apr 09
    Initial claims for unemployment compensation throughout Maine were approximately 30,900 in the week ending April 4, setting another unenviable ...

  • Town manager reminds community social distancing is now law

    Apr 08
    Camden Town Manager Audra Caler-Bell reminded residents and community members that social distancing "is no longer a recommendation; it's now a ...

  • Schools likely to remain closed until fall

    By Stephen Betts - Apr 08
    Maine schools are likely to remain closed through the end of the school year, but online education and meals will continue. Maine Department of ...

  • Governor: Maine primary election likely to be held July 14

    By Stephen Betts - Apr 07
    The state's primary elections, scheduled for June 9, is expected to be held July 14, Maine Gov. Janet Mills said Tuesday afternoon. Mills made her ...

  • OUT Maine launches virtual events

    Apr 07
    In this time of rising fear, uncertainty and increased isolation, LGBTQ-plus youth are particularly vulnerable. Social distancing, closed schools, ...

  • Hannaford donates $225,000 to Maine hunger relief and ...

    Apr 07
    In response to the COVID-19 crisis, Hannaford Supermarkets is donating $225,000 to Maine hunger relief and homeless outreach organizations. Good ...

  • VA Maine adds triage unit outside ER

    Apr 07
    In an effort to keep veterans, staff and members of the community healthy during the coronavirus pandemic, VA Maine teamed up with members of the ...

  • Unemployment checks may be delayed

    Apr 07
    Maine Department of Labor has issued a statement that because of the unprecedented volume of people receiving benefits, some of the tens of ...

  • Active confirmed COVID-19 cases remain steady

    By Stephen Betts - Apr 07
    The number of active confirmed cases of Mainers with COVID-19 has remained the same. The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention website ...

  • Rockport postpones elections

    Apr 07
    The town of Rockport has postponed the annual town meeting, the election previously scheduled for June 9, and the open portion of the town meeting ...

  • Girl Scouts launches Girl Scouts Cookie Care

    Apr 07
    Girl Scouts of Maine together with Girl Scouts of the USA have announced a new resource to serve girls and consumers. While the organization has ...

  • A wish for hope becomes reality: Mt. Battie star shines over ...

    By Susan Mustapich - Apr 06
    A crew of volunteers that sets the lighted star atop Mt. Battie during the winter holiday season has turned what began as the wish of one woman to ...

  • Court wrestles on decision to release suspects

    By Stephen Betts - Apr 06
    The COVID-19 outbreak is reshaping the way courts handle criminal proceedings and hearings Monday in the Knox County court illustrated the ...

  • Pandemic poses challenges for campaigns

    By Susan Mustapich - Apr 06
    Two Select Board members planning to run for reelection came up with different ways to collect signatures from Camden residents, a step required ...

  • Active confirmed COVID-19 cases increase across state

    By Stephen Betts - Apr 06
    The number of active confirmed cases of Mainers with COVID-19 have increased after two days of slightly lower numbers. The Maine Center for ...

  • Treasury clarifies payment plans for those on Social ...

    Apr 06
    The Department of the Treasury has announced that Social Security beneficiaries who are not typically required to file tax returns will not need ...

  • Seafood dealers license renewal deadline extended

    Apr 06
    Gov. Janet Mills has issued an Executive Order that delays the requirement for Maine seafood dealers and processors to renew their license. The ...

  • Camden innkeepers unite to serve health care workers

    Apr 06
    Innkeepers across Camden are serving breakfast to health care staff at Pen Bay Medical Center on April 7. Ten inns, all members of the Camden ...

  • Agricultural Producers are eligible for Paycheck Protection ...

    Apr 06
    The Department of Treasury and the Small Business Administration have announced that agricultural producers are eligible to participate in the ...

  • DHHS office closes after worker tests positive for COVID-19

    By Stephen Betts - Apr 05
    The Maine Department of Health and Human Services announced its regional office in Rockland will close Monday after an employee tested positive ...

  • Active confirmed COVID-19 cases slightly dip for second day

    By Stephen Betts - Apr 05
    The number of active confirmed cases of Mainers with COVID-19 dipped slightly for the second consecutive day. The Maine Center for Disease Control ...

  • Active COVID-19 cases in Maine show dip

    By Stephen Betts - Apr 04
    The number of active confirmed cases of Mainers with COVID-19 declined slightly on Saturday. The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention ...

  • District attorney issues statement during COVID-19 crisis

    By Stephen Betts - Apr 04
    District Attorney Natasha Irving issued a statement Friday as an update concerning the work of her office during the COVID-19 outbreak. She is the ...

  • Governor orders lodging businesses to close statewide

    Apr 03
    Gov. Janet Mills issued an Executive Order mandating that travelers arriving in Maine, regardless of their state of residency, must self-quarantine...

  • Committee seeks comments on Internet connectivity during ...

    Apr 03
    A group of elected town officials, staff and community members from Camden and Rockport are launching an online survey to ask residents about ...

  • U.S.D.A. invites distance learning and telemedicine grant ...

    Apr 03
    In response to the COVID-19 National Emergency, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is opening a second application window for funding under the ...

  • Red Cross: Donating blood safe; need is great

    By Sarah E. Reynolds - Apr 03
    The COVID-19 pandemic has upended lives and societies around the globe. It also led to the cancellation of 13,000 Red Cross blood drives across ...

  • Small business aid program detailed

    Apr 03
    Starting today, small businesses and sole proprietors can access this program. Starting April 10, independent contractors and self-employed ...

  • Conservation District spring plant sale is cancelled

    Apr 03
    The Knox-Lincoln Soil & Water Conservation District's Board of Supervisors decided to cancel the Spring Plant Sale, which had been scheduled for ...

  • State nonprofit agency distributes Hannaford gift cards

    Apr 03
    JMG, a statewide, private nonprofit agency, will distribute $100 Hannaford Supermarkets gift cards to students and their families throughout Maine ...

  • Essential employee protects herself

    By Christine Simmonds - Apr 03
    Rachel Dotson of Rockland has created her own personal protective equipment to keep herself safe while she continues to report to work. Dotson's ...

  • Midcoast Rotaries collaborate to help communities

    Apr 02
    Under the sponsorship of West Bay Rotary, Rotarians from Camden, Rockland, Belfast and Unity chapters are collaborating to promote and facilitate ...

  • Knox County COVID-19 cases increase to seven

    By Stephen Betts - Apr 02
    Seven Knox County residents have been diagnosed with COVID-19, the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention announced Thursday. This is up ...

  • Unemployment claims set record high as virus shutters state

    By Stephen Betts - Apr 02
    The number of people filing initial claims for unemployment benefits in Maine reached another record high this past week as more businesses closed ...

  • Camden Hills park employee nearly stranded in Patagonia

    By Susan Mustapich - Apr 02
    A local woman on a hiking trip in Argentina's Patagonia region was caught in the middle of a rapid government lockdown effort, which closed ...

  • DuPont plant continues to operate during COVID-19 outbreak

    By Stephen Betts - Apr 02
    The DuPont carrageenan-manufacturing plant in Rockland will continue to operate during the COVID-19 outbreak. A company spokesman said the ...

  • Chowder brings in money for food pantry

    By Stephen Betts - Apr 02
    The donation jar overflowed Wednesday as people lined up to get some haddock chowder while benefiting the local food pantry. Lynn Archer, owner of ...

  • Area hospitals announce donation locations

    Apr 01
    LincolnHealth, Pen Bay Medical Center and Waldo County General Hospital continue to receive support and in-kind donations of supplies and services ...

  • Governor issues stay-at-home order

    By Stephen Betts - Mar 31
    Gov. Janet Mills announced a statewide stay-at-home order starting Thursday, restricting movement and activities as health officials attempt to ...

  • The new normal for a local family

    By Christine Simmonds - Mar 31
    Heather Nelson and her family have been keeping busy and staying active during this time of self-isolation. Nelson and her husband, Colin, are ...

  • Penobscot Bay YMCA announces StayWithUs campaign

    Mar 31
    The Penobscot Bay YMCA has announced the Y's StayWithUS campaign as the Y remains closed. The Y continues to serve the community during this ...

  • Vinalhaven says it pulled together in response to COVID-19

    Mar 31
    Vinalhaven has issued a statement about all the efforts the community has made in response to COVID-19. The statement makes reference to the March ...

  • Rockland Council asks landlords to hold off on evictions

    By Stephen Betts - Mar 30
    The Rockland City Council formally asked Monday evening for landlords to hold off evicting tenants while the COVID-19 state of emergency remains ...

  • Coronavirus tests produced in Maine give quick results

    By Joe Lawlor, staff ... - Mar 30
    A Maine laboratory helped design and is mass producing a new COVID-19 test that will give results within minutes. National public health experts ...

  • U.S. Cellular and CDC advise, clean your devices

    Mar 30
    Recent studies have found that coronaviruses can possibly last on surfaces, such as metal, glass or plastic, for up to nine days. Therefore, U.S. ...

  • Funeral homes adapt high-touch business to social distancing

    By Sarah E. Reynolds - Mar 30
    "It's very awkward," said Katie Riposta, managing funeral director at Riposta Funeral Home in Belfast. She was talking about the fact that when ...

  • Beech Hill Preserve closes to the public

    Mar 30
    Due to a large number of visitors recently, Coastal Mountains Land Trust closed the Preserve on Saturday, March 28th.

  • OUT Maine adapts to changes

    Mar 30
    OUT Maine, a non-profit that serves LGBTQ-Plus youth throughout the state, cancelled Rainbow Ball Weekend, the largest LGBTQ-Plus youth event in ...

  • Pop Up manufacturer making masks in Camden

    By Susan Mustapich - Mar 30
    A start-up business in Camden is working on prototypes for a variety of protective masks, with a goal of starting production in a week or so. There...

  • COVID-19 cases jump again, reaching 253

    By Stephen Betts - Mar 29
    Four Knox County residents are now confirmed with COVID-19, the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention reported Sunday in its daily ...

  • St. George group asks out-of-state tenants to self ...

    Mar 27
    The St. George Development Corporation is asking visitors from out of state to self quarantine if they come to town. "As you know, seasonal ...

  • First Congregational Church offers online services

    Mar 27
    First Congregational Church in Camden remains closed to the public until such time as our state government, the Maine CDC and our wider church ...

  • Rockland area school staff sends hope to homes

    By Stephen Betts - Mar 27
    The staff of the Rockland area school district has created a message for the families of its students. The video, which is linked here is posted ...

  • Pen Bay Medical Center confirms first COVID-19 inpatient

    Mar 27
    Earlier this week Pen Bay Medical Center identified its first inpatient confirmed positive for coronavirus. The patient required only a brief ...

  • BiggerTogether campaign brings pen pals together

    Mar 27
    Big Sister Rachael Rademacher and her 7-year-old Little Sister Abby Erickson haven't seen each other since March 8. But they aren't letting social ...

  • Annual spring plant sale announces changes

    Mar 27
    In response to the COVID-19 crisis, Knox-Lincoln Soil & Water Conservation District is making some changes to the Annual Spring Plant Sale. The ...

  • Synagogue sponsors take-out Easter meal at St. Peter’s ...

    Mar 26
    Adas Yoshuron Synagogue will be providing its annual Easter Day Community Dinner at St. Peter's Church on Easter Sunday, April 12 at 1 p.m. ...

  • Coronavirus can last hours in air, on surfaces

    By Meteorologist Tyler ... - Mar 20
    According to a new study from the National Institutes of Health, CDC, UCLA and Princeton University scientists, the virus that causes coronavirus ...

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