The federal agency is also investigating the fatal bus crash that occurred in Standish in December.
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Lewiston mayor asks for calm as increased ICE presence confirmed in city
Reports of the presence of ICE agents across Maine intensified on Tuesday.
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Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Five Maine girls basketball storylines as regular season approaches homestretch
A backcourt duo is on the mend at Spruce Mountain, Thornton Academy is on a winning streak, and big matchups lie ahead in Class A North.
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Biddeford mayor condemns potential ICE operations, saying city ‘has been shaped by immigrants’
Liam LaFountain urged residents to look out for one another amid looming concerns of increased action by federal immigration agents.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Officials investigating death of 3-month-old Orrington infant
The baby’s father, Shawn Samuels, was arrested on a murder charge after the baby’s death was ruled a homicide.
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Janet Mills announces plans to improve bus safety following Rockland, Standish deaths
The governor is proposing $4.3 million for enhanced bus safety measures and has signed an executive order to create a commission to look at other ways the state can improve transportation safety for students.
Posted inLetters
I’m tired of the warmongers | Letter
I get so tired of the chicken hawks on parade. These frauds found a thousand excuses from entering into military service, with its associated hardships and risks, when they were eligible. When they get some authority and power, they act like the most bellicose and belligerent of people, never seeing a potential conflict they can’t […]
Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine
Tacos Y Tequila in Cape Elizabeth closes permanently
It’s the third restaurant to close in this space in the past 15 years.
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Buxton Notes: Tilburg announces bid for House Democrats nomination
Charles Tilburg, of Buxton, in a press release announced his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for House District 137 that covers a majority of Buxton and Hollis. According to the press release, “Tilburg grew up in a military family as the youngest of five children. His father served as an Air Force pilot, and his […]
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Share your observations of ICE in Maine
We are actively reporting on anyone detained by federal immigration agents in Maine.