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Lawyers say it is harder for Mainers arrested by ICE to get bond hearings

by Emily Allen and Megan Gray January 27, 2026January 27, 2026

A Minnesota judge recently ordered that ICE’s acting chief appear in court to explain why hundreds of detainees there are being held without bond hearings.

Cops & Courts, Maine, News

York County first responders hope new training facility will ease onboarding process

by Abigail Driscoll January 27, 2026January 27, 2026

Some classes have already begun at the York County Regional Training Center. The Alfred facility officially opens this spring.

Maine, News, Politics, Schools and Education

Maine schools react to increased ICE enforcement

by Riley Board January 27, 2026January 28, 2026

Thousands of students have been absent as a federal immigration enforcement operation descended on Maine, and the state’s largest district is considering a remote learning plans for different grade levels.

Maine, News, Schools and Education

Biddeford City Council pauses UNE developments for 180 days

by Sydney Richelieu January 27, 2026January 27, 2026

The moratorium has halted a controversial pier project and the redevelopment of a convent slated for student housing.

Business, Maine, News

21 jobs at CSX Waterville rail yard being moved out of Maine

by Amy Calder January 27, 2026January 28, 2026

Workers opting not to move would be given a separation allowance, according to CSX.

Business, Maine, News

Protesters at State House want big oil to pay for Maine climate damages

by Penelope Overton January 27, 2026January 27, 2026

Environmental groups lobby in support of a proposed climate superfund bill.

Maine, News

Susan Collins says ICE operations in Maine, Minnesota should be paused

by Andrew Rice and Randy Billings January 27, 2026January 28, 2026

As Maine’s Republican senator faces increased pressure to speak out, several faith leaders protested outside her Portland office Tuesday, leading to 9 arrests.