Health

Gov. Janet Mills on Wednesday announced she will issue an executive order requiring large retail stores and restaurants in coastal counties as well as larger metropolitan areas -- including Brewer and Bangor and Lewiston and Auburn -- to enforce the state's face covering requirement.

Gov. Janet Mills on Wednesday announced her administration would exempt residents of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut from Maine's mandate of a 14-day quarantine or a negative COVID-19 test before visiting the state.

More Mainers have tested positive for COVID-19.

There have been cards going around that claim it's discrimination to refuse entry to a business for not wearing a mask. The problem is, they're fake.

Lord knows, these days the air is thick with negativity and uncertainty, but when awesome things like this happen. Everyone should know about it.

The Mills' Administration has released prevention checklists for Stage 3 businesses to reopen on July 1st.

The Maine CDC is urging anyone who has recently been in contact with members of the Houlton Ambulance crew to get tested for COVID-19.

Governor Janet Mills says indoor service at bars will not reopen on July 1st, as was originally planned.

It's going to be a hot and humid weekend, so residents are encouraged to stay hydrated and check on elderly relatives and neighbors to make sure they have a way to stay cool.

MaineHousing has funds available now that could help low income residents fill their oil tanks, as part of the CARES Act.