Local schools were put on lockdown and residents sheltered in place as the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office negotiated with the man to surrender.
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Trump administration directs all federal diversity, equity and inclusion staff be put on leave
By Thursday, agencies must compile a list of federal DEI offices and workers, with a ‘reduction-in-force action’ expected next week.
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Man sustains life-threatening burns in Ellsworth apartment fire
The fire on Meadow View Lane displaced 4 people, authorities said Wednesday.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Justice Department directs prosecutors to probe local efforts to obstruct immigration enforcement
The DOJ memo tells prosecutors in no uncertain terms that they are expected to carry out the policy vision of Donald Trump’s White House when it comes to beefed-up enforcement of immigration laws.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine, News
Anthony’s Italian Kitchen closing in February
After 33 years, founder Anthony Barrasso is retiring just a few days shy of his 84th birthday.
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Freight train speeds to increase up to 4 times in Maine
The increase will affect railroad crossings in Auburn, Lewiston, Monmouth, Winthrop, Waterville and beyond.
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Carnaval Maine was a flop. Would any winter festival work in Portland?
Lessons from the success of the Old Port Fest could provide a blueprint for bringing out the community’s joie de vivre.
Posted inFood, Maine, News
James Beard Awards names 10 Maine semifinalists for 2025 honors
Nominees include Taj in South Portland and The Abbey in Brunswick, while 3 southern Maine chefs are nominated in the Best Chef: Northeast category.
Posted inMaine, Schools and Education
Why officials say electric school buses are the future
Experts say the vehicles are easier to maintain, and better for the environment and student health, officials say.
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New board game cafe coming to Westbrook
Owlbear’s Rest will have a library of several hundred tabletop games.