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.
Don't Forget a Mask When Spending a Day at Acadia National Park
Visitors to Acadia National Park will be required to wear masks indoors, and in several outdoor areas.
Mark Chesnutt Tests Positive for COVID Amid Recovery From Surgery
His wife Tracie also tested positive.
Live Nation to Require Proof of Vaccination or Negative COVID-19 Test at Live Events
The news comes amid a surge of cases due to the Delta variant.
COVID-19 Vaccine is Now Required of All Maine Healthcare Workers
Governor Janet Mills is now requiring that all Maine healthcare workers be vaccinated against COVID-19.
Bangor Schools say Yes to Masks while Brewer Makes it Optional
Two cities, on two sides of the Penobscot River, are taking different paths when it comes to requiring school kids to wear masks in school.
Reba McEntire Reveals She, Boyfriend Rex Linn Had COVID-19 Despite Being Vaccinated
"It’s not fun. You don’t feel good," the singer admits.
UMaine will Require Vaccinations to Protect Students from COVID
The University of Maine system is the latest to require students who plan to take part in on-campus activities to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
Renewed Mask Guidance Now Only Applies to 1 Maine County
The number of counties where transmission of COVID-19 is substantial enough to prompt a suggestion that residents wear a mask is now reduced to one.
Disney Parks To Require Face Masks Again as COVID Cases Surge
See Disney's list of requirements for an acceptable face mask.
Maine CDC Recommends Masks for Vaccinated Residents in 2 Counties
The Maine CDC is now recommending that Mainers in two at-risk counties resume wearing masks in indoor settings.