A report by federal agents from Homeland Security Investigations say that ICE carries a stigma that hinders their work.
2021
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Maine eases COVID-19 guidelines for schools to reduce disruptions during omicron surge
The state said Thursday that some exposures to infected people will no longer mean students have to quarantine at home, among other changes.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine
For states like Maine with cold winters: More aid but also rising costs
In Maine, people in need of aid will have access to an extra $55 million this year because of the funding boost.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Westbrook Notes: Dec. 30
Supporting the Locker Project Winter overnight parking ban now in effect No motor vehicle may be parked on any street in Westbrook for more than an hour between midnight and 6 a.m. through April 15, according to posting by the Westbrook Police Department. Those without driveways can park in a number of local lots, including […]
Posted inAmerican Journal
Gorham Notes: Dec. 30
Volunteers needed to serve on committees and boards Have you ever thought about volunteering your time to benefit your community? If so, now is the time. The Town Council Appointments Committee is accepting applications until Jan. 21 for residents to serve on almost a dozen boards and committees. Positions are available on the Planning Board, […]
Posted inAmerican Journal
Buxton Notes: Dec. 30
Police sight mystery man, mysterious light on Christmas Buxton police on Dec. 25 reported on its Facebook page that a strange red light was seen bouncing across the sky all over the Buxton area. One “witness” told dispatch “the light was bright enough to cut through fog as thick as peanut butter.” After checking around […]
Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies
Biddeford Council wants manufactured housing park developer to consider alternatives
South Street Village LLC had originally proposed a 566-unit mixed use development, but there were “hiccups,” with that proposal said Mayor Alan Casavant and so the company changed direction.
Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies
Need increases at First Parish Congregational Church diaper bank
The volunteer-run bank at the church is dispensing more than 1,000 diapers a week. While people have been generous, volunteers welcome contributions from those looking to help.
Posted inSouth Portland Sentry, Southern Maine Weeklies
Community News – Southern Maine Community College launches electric vehicle certification program
SOUTH PORTLAND — Southern Maine Community College has launched the first electric vehicle program in Maine that trains vehicle repair technicians to diagnose and service electric and hybrid vehicles. The class is designed for technicians who work at auto repair shops, auto dealers and other vehicle-related businesses. For the class, students take a hands-on weeklong […]
Posted inSouth Portland Sentry, Southern Maine Weeklies
A Window on the Past – Anderson’s Variety Store in Ferry Village
In the days before large shopping malls, Walmart and the internet, you could find most anything you needed by heading across the bridge to the stores on Congress Street in Portland. If you lived in or near the Ferry Village neighborhood in South Portland, however, you could simply take a quick walk to Anderson’s Variety […]