The novel coronavirus, which causes COVID-19, a respiratory illness, is impacting many aspects of our lives in Maine and all over the world. We are dedicated to keeping you up to date on how the pandemic is affecting you and your neighbors in Bangor and all of eastern Maine.
Is Swabbing Your Throat For An At-Home Covid Test A Better Idea?
It's definitely something to consider as the Omicron variant runs rampant through Maine. Especially if your doing a home test.
Chris Lane Tests Positive for the Omicron COVID-19 Variant
So far, the singer says, his wife Lauren and their baby boy haven't gotten sick.
Northern Light Health Is Hosting 2 New Covid Booster Clinics
Booster shots are being affected in some of the same ways regular life has been. Supply chain issues, staffing shortages... you name it.
Gov. Mills Says We Won’t Be Bringing Back Any Covid Mandates
With new knowledge, and Mainers setting a solid pace for vaccinations, we won't be reliving any of the lockdowns and closings from 2020.
As COVID Surges, Gov Mills Orders Maine National Guard to Help
Governor Janet Mills has activated the Maine National Guard to help hospitals that are nearing capacity for COVID patients.
20 Ways Maine Residents Can Celebrate Safely Over the Holidays
The holidays are here and we all want to gather with family and friends, but it's important to remember to protect ourselves and others.
Mainers May See a Little Less than Expected in their Relief Check
Governor Janet Mills confirmed today that disaster relief checks will be sent out, but says the amount maybe a little less than originally reported.
2 Brewer Teachers Sing about Pool Testing with 'Booger Side Down'
Teachers are great at finding creative ways to educate their kids, like these 2 Brewer educators who used a humorous song to explain pool testing.
Healthcare Workers Who Say No to Vaccine May Not Get Unemployment
Healthcare workers who lose their jobs after refusing to get the COVID vaccine may not be able to collect unemployment benefits.
Bangor Jail has Over 200 Inmates, Limited Officers, and COVID
The staff and resources are already stretched to the limit at PCJ, but now COVID is making things so much worse.