The family was detained on Nov. 12 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection after being denied asylum in Canada, a CBP spokesperson said.
Maine
Local Maine news from the Portland Press Herald.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Maine’s largest state employee union accuses Mills administration of bad-faith bargaining
The complaint was filed Monday with the Maine Labor Relations Board and relates to negotiations for contracts that expired at the end of June.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Feds declare Maine’s drought a natural disaster, unlocking relief for farmers
Maine farms can now apply for emergency loans from the USDA to cover costs of replacing property, equipment and livestock or to pay essential expenses.
Posted inMaine, News
Rain, but not much snow, on tap for Thanksgiving week in Maine
A system that’s expected to bring a few inches of snow to the Midwest could cause flight delays, and Portland jetport officials remind Mainers to plan ahead in anticipation of the busy travel period.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Graham Platner aims to create a movement that transcends his Senate campaign
‘What I want to build, is gonna take way more than one single Senate seat,’ said the 41-year-old Democratic primary candidate for U.S. Senate.
Posted inFact Brief, Maine, News
Are lifted pickup trucks illegal in Maine? | Fact brief
Maine has strict requirements regarding the allowable length, height and weight of vehicles.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News, Schools and Education
Police, DA investigating fatal Rockland school bus crash
No charges have been filed against the driver of a school bus that struck and killed Regional School Unit 13 student Brayden Callahan, 12, on Friday.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Do This, Life & Culture, Maine
Holiday events to keep Mainers feeling merry and bright
Mark your calendars for theatrical productions, parades, light displays and more.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Leslie Bridgers, Life & Culture, Maine, News
Open on Thanksgiving, these southern Maine stores can help in a pinch | Column
Leave something off your shopping list? Here’s where to go for your last-minute holiday needs.