Massachusetts Visitors Now Exempt from COVID Travel Requirements
Residents of Massachusetts are now exempt from the COVID-19 travel restrictions imposed on people from most other states.
Health
Governor Opens COVID Testing, Grants Money to Schools, Businesses
The governor's administration has announced more widespread testing for COVID-19, and grant money being distributed to schools and businesses.
US-Canada Travel Ban Extended Until October 21
On Friday, September 18th the US Department of Homeland Security announced that the travel ban for all non-essential travel between Canada and the United States has been extended through October 21st.
Secretary of State Says Mask Hanging from Mirror Is a Hazard
Maine's Secretary of State says he's concerned about the number of face coverings he sees hanging from people's car mirrors.
RSU 24 Board of Directors Say No to Fall Interscholastic Sports
On Tuesday, September 1, the RSU 24 Board of Directors voted unanimously to suspend interscholastic athletics for its students for the fall sports season.
Conners Emerson Secretary Exposed to COVID-19 Will Quarantine Until August 30
Note - We post this NOT to frighten, but to demonstrate the continued importance of wearing a face mask, washing your hands, and remaining socially distant where possible. As teachers, staff faculty return to school on Wednesday, August 26th and students on September 8th in Hancock County it unders…
Governor Mills Warns of the Dangers of Pandemic Fatigue
As the large outbreak in Millinocket spreads to smaller outbreaks, Governor Mills warns of the dangers of giving in to pandemic fatigue.
Mainer's Urged to Get Early Flu Shots To Avoid 'Twindemic'
A steady flow of advice from medical professionals locally here in Maine and nationwide is to get your flu shot before flu season really ramps up and especially because of COVID-19.
Got COVID? Check for This Sequence of Symptoms.
The study shared the common symptoms of COVID-19, like other viruses, include fever, cough, body aches, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. How they commonly present could help you determine whether you should stay put or go to work or school.
US-Canada Travel Ban Extended Until September 21
On Friday, August 14th the US Department of Homeland Security announced that the travel ban for all non-essential travel between Canada and the United States has been extended through September 21st.