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Click here for the latest coronavirus news, which the BDN has made free for the public. You can support this mission by purchasing a digital subscription. Celebrating your birthday during the coronavirus can seem logically impossible. Throwing a party is a no-go while practicing social distancing, self-isolation or self-quarantine. At times, too, it may feel inappropriate to celebrate at all. But you shouldn’t feel guilty about celebrating responsibly. [Our COVID-19 tracker contains the most recent information on Maine cases by county] “Even though we’re in tough times right now, we still need to celebrate the little things,” said Courtney Altmaier, who celebrated her 30th birthday via Zoom conference this week.