L.L. Bean shutting down retail stores across U.S., including Maine flagship store

FREEPORT, Maine (AP) – L.L. Bean is closing all of its retail stores across the country, including its flagship store in Maine that’s closed only five times previously, to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus.

Amid Coronavirus concerns, officials consider delaying implementation of plastic bag law

State leaders are having conversations about delaying the implementation of a new law banning single-use plastic bags. That as officials look for way to help prevent the spread of Coronavirus in Maine.

All BMV offices in Maine close as officials work to prevent spread of Coronavirus

Amid the Coronavirus concerns, Secretary of State Matthew Dunlap has announced the closure of all Bureau of Motor Vehicles offices.

Coronavirus cases climb to 56 in Maine, health officials say

The Coronavirus continues to spread in Maine, with the addition of 10 cases that were announced Thursday.

Maine island: Stay away until virus threat abates

People can’t be blamed for wanting to find an island hideout as more people around the world become infected with the new coronavirus.

Portland hospital employee tests positive for COVID-19

Portland (WGME) — The State of Maine has 17 presumed positive cases of coronavirus in Maine, and one of them…

No Maple Sunday, amid Coronavirus Outbreak

Augusta (WGME) — The Maine Maple Producers Association decided to postpone all Maine Maple Sunday Weekend events slated for March…

LL Bean closing all retail stores effective Tuesday

Freeport (WGME) — L.L. Bean is joining a long list of businesses that are shuttering operations in response to the…

Portland Issues Curfew due to coronavirus

Portland (WGME) — Portland City officials announced they will be implementing a curfew for establishments where people gather in the city.

Lawmakers agree on tentative spending deal prompted by coronavirus

Augusta (WGAN) — Legislative leaders reached a tentative deal with Governor Janet Mills Monday on a spending package prompted by…