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COVID-19:  COVID-19 world map from John Hopkins University. County by county coronavirus count from centralmaine.com.

741 of the 1,226 total cases of COVID-19 have recovered and we have seen 61 deaths and testing will be key to keeping on top of a resurgence as Maine starts to reopen according to WABI.

NEWS:

Some state lawmakers want to see Maine create a response and reopening task force according to WABI.

The White House coronavirus task force is winding down and shifting to reopening according to the BBC.

Sunday River Brewing, who’s health and liquor license has been pulled for opening last week, opening yesterday with physical distancing and customer limits. He could be facing some hefty fines for his actions according to WABI.

An Orrington church plans, with physical distancing, to have in-person service on Sunday; a violation of the current rules according to WABI.

In Maine, if you feel there is a business is open against the current rules and you want to report it, you should report it to local law enforcement according to Newscenter.

Maine’s unemployment system is still feeling the impact of the huge rush of claims; about 30% of the climes are still waiting to be processed according to Newscenter.

Gov. Mills did extend Maine’s Stay Health At Home order until the end of May and outlined the plans to roll out the reopening of many businesses according to WABI.  (Here is an outline of business and timelines from centralmaine.com)


 

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