Two more Mainers have died and another 556 COVID-19 cases were reported across the state, according to the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention. That brings the statewide death toll to 2,347. Check out our tracker for more information.
A genetic change in the coronavirus has health officials on edge, as the dominant mutation combines the most transmissible and infectious aspects of the highly contagious omicron and delta variant, which could reduce protection gained from previous infections.
The bill would have opened up debate on hate crimes and gun safety, but failed along party lines Thursday.
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The deadly shooting that killed 19 students and two teachers is one of the deadliest in recent memory; however, it has brought attention the the fact that a generation of students have become used to the regular reality of lockdown drills.Police: Texas gunman walked through apparently unlocked door; The 18-year-old shooter reportedly walked through an unlocked door, and was inside Robb Elementary School in Ulvade for more than an hour, prompting questions about the actions of police officers on scene.
An average CMP customer would pay $5 per month more in the first year of the plan, bringing the bill for a home using 550 kilowatt hours to about $131 per month.
Thomas Bonfanti approached the bar at the Machias Legion hall, laid several hundred dollars on top and said the money should be used for his cremation.
