A day after residents packed a forum with city officials over concerns of a possible federal operation, many of the immigrant shops in Lewiston’s downtown Friday were at a near-standstill.
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How a series of ICE rumors put Maine on edge
The past week brought word and warnings that ICE agents would conduct mass operations in Maine cities, but much information remains unverified.
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Amid heightened tensions about ICE, 30 new citizens naturalized in South Portland
The teary-eyed scene came as immigrants throughout Maine fear a looming crackdown by federal agents.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Farmington man charged with arson after camper fire
A fire marshal’s investigation determined the Thursday fire was set intentially.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
How do Maine’s local law enforcement agencies collaborate with ICE?
Several police departments have said they don’t have policies for dealing with immigration authorities but did specify that they can’t enforce federal law. Others say they won’t assist federal agents at all.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Who has raised the most money in the Maine governor’s race?
Hannah Pingree has hauled in the most cash among Democrats with $1.4 million, while Jonathan Bush is the leading Republican with $1.3 million raised.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Teens arrested after chases in Saco, Auburn, Lewiston
Police said some of the suspects may be linked to a string of vehicle burglaries in the Portland area.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine maker of Lincoln Logs is closing its doors
Pride Manufacturing Co., in Burnham, has notified the state it will lay off 115 people when it shuts down in April.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, News
Portland Back Cove Festival will not take place this year
Organizers of the Back Cove Music & Arts Festival in Payson Park said delays in finalizing a new contract this past fall caused them to ax the 2026 edition.
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Maine band Ghost of Paul Revere plans reunion shows
The band will play in September at Live at Madrid’s, which is slated to open in mid-March, and at Thompson’s Point.