Bangor, Maine News Update: March 11, 2021
The Maine CDC reports 196 new cases of COVID-19 in the state. Dr. Nirav Shah says people who are fully vaccinated can consider gathering with others in a private setting, who are also fully vaccinated, without wearing masks but while still respecting social distancing a low-risk activity. He reminds residents that ‘fully vaccinated’ is defined as two weeks after receiving the final dose.
The University of Maine system is preparing for a return to the traditional experience for students in the fall. Administrators announced on Wednesday that current plans are for students to return to a pre-pandemic college experience in classrooms instead of taking classes remotely.