Gov. Janet Mills announced that restaurants in Cumberland County could resume indoor dining as of June 17 as the numbers of new COVID-19 cases and hospitalization rates have stabilized.
Gyms, nail salons and tattoo parlors could also reopen while bars, breweries, and tasting rooms in those three counties could reopen for outdoor service on that day.
Mills confirmed that all businesses must observe added health and safety protocols, including social distancing, use of masks, and other measures to prevent transmission of the virus.
MK Kitchen resumed indoor dining on June 18. In addition to following the guidelines, Lisa Kaldrovich said that party size would be kept to six. She also confirmed that takeout service would still be available on a pre-order basis. Reservations are recommended due to the limited seating capacity.
Photo courtesy of Leslie DupuisJunction Bowl plans to retain an outdoor patio area this summer.
Junction Bowl has reconfigured its indoor space to accommodate dining and bowling. The business plans to retain an outdoor patio and will add live music on Friday and Saturday nights as well as Sunday afternoons, weather permitting. Dining is on a first-come basis but reservations are required for bowling.
Stacey and Jesse Coleman, owners of My-Fit 24, thanked customers for their patience and support. They reopened on June 17 with proper safety precautions and reminded their patrons that reservations would be required.
As many businesses are slowly reopening in different capacities, it is recommended that you call ahead for the latest details.
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