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1. Maine reported an increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations, 191, Wednesday, the third day in a row that the state’s patient count has grown. Despite the increase, daily case counts continue on a downward trend.
2. The $850 relief checks will begin going out to Mainers this week. Despite an initial concern about a shortage of envelopes, the Treasurer’s Office has confirmed that it has a sufficient number of envelopes that can be used to distribute the checks.
3. Portland hosted its first Eastern Prom food truck lottery yesterday. Ten were chosen and five were left out. The five who did not get chosen include Eighty-8 Donuts, Mr. Tuna, Maine Maple Creamee, Cheese the Day, and Ironclad Eats.
4. The 2022 NBA Finals kick off tonight in San Francisco. The Boston Celtics will take on the Golden State Warriors. The Celtics are looking to recapture the honor of having the most all-time NBA titles. Boston is tied with the Lakers at 17.
5. HOT SUMMER 2022 starring RUSS & YG with special guests MILLYZ & SLEAZYWORLD GO – June 16th at The Cross Insurance Arena in Portland. Tickets are on sale now!