Recent negative comments from President Donald Trump inspired a celebration of Somali Mainers in Lewiston on Saturday.
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Turkey farmer alleges racial discrimination in lawsuit against state
A Mercer farmer says the state barred him from serving on a board due to his race.
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In search of a Hallmark Christmas, tourists seek out Maine
The state tourism office reported more than 3 million out-of-state visitors came to Maine between last December and April.
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Toy Fund uses donor support to help military veterans with disabilities
One father detailed his struggles with trauma caused by the Iraq War that has left him unable to hold a regular job — and to afford holiday gifts for his kids.
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Proposed South Portland development now includes 208 housing units
A proposed development could include 68 more units than initially planned.
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ACLU of Maine files brief supporting Bellows in fight with DOJ over voter rolls
The civil liberties group says the Trump administration’s ‘overreach’ would disclose ‘sensitive personal information’ to the federal government.
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MaineCare provider denies fraud allegations it says were amplified by attacks on Somali community
Following claims by a former employee in national news outlets this week, Gateway Community Services said Friday that it did not falsify billing records and has been receiving threats of violence as a result of the reporting.
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As enrollment deadline approaches, ACA premiums set to spike in Maine
The average ACA premium for 2026 is projected to increase 77% in Maine.
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Human remains found in tent at Fore River Sanctuary, Portland police say
Police spokesperson Brad Nadeau said the person’s death doesn’t appear to be suspicious at this time.
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Maine Capitol Police officers concerned about state troopers taking over, union says
Department of Public Safety Commissioner Michael Sauschuck informed officers this week that the Maine State Police will effectively absorb Capitol Police in the coming years.