Another stage of reopening begins Wednesday, as movie theaters, performing arts venues, bowling alleys, amusement parks and spas get a green light to open their doors, provided they follow state protocols.
Maine reported 41 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, with no additional deaths, as the state enters the third stage of its re-opening plan.
Since the pandemic began, Maine has had 3,294 COVID-19 cases and 105 deaths. Also, 2,671 people have recovered, an increase of 25 since Tuesday. Active cases increased from 502 on Tuesday to 518 on Wednesday.
Maine is also deepening its partnership with Idexx laboratories starting this month, which will improve the state’s capability to test, track and isolate cases of COVID-19, which could slow the transmission rate.
Dr. Nirav Shah, Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention director, will brief the media at 2 p.
