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Newry woman finds gentler pace with donkeys

by Rose Lincoln April 23, 2026April 24, 2026

Longtime horsewoman Suzanne Pierce said her rescue donkeys are a different kind of commitment: ‘When you get a donkey, it’s for life.’

Community, News, Schools and Education

Bethel student launches Girls in Science Day for Maine middle schoolers

by Rose Lincoln April 23, 2026April 24, 2026

Hands-on labs, mentorship and a student-led vision drew 40 girls to the inaugural program at Gould Academy in Bethel.

Community, Maine, News

Cumberland County officials vote to remove ICE from jail contract with feds

by Drew Johnson April 22, 2026April 22, 2026

The decision comes after 8 months of public outcry over immigration detentions and roughly 3 months after the Department of Homeland Security pulled dozens of its prisoners from Cumberland County Jail.

Community, News

Jim Bennett to stay on with Lisbon in advisory role

by Kendra Caruso April 22, 2026April 22, 2026

Jim Bennett had been the interim town manager before councilors appointed Sarah Bennett as town manager earlier this month.

Community, News

Biddeford weighing how to help homeless residents while mitigating public camping

by Sydney Richelieu April 22, 2026April 22, 2026

General Assistance Administrator Jake Hammer recommended Tuesday that city councilors fund the Seeds of Hope program and consider a citywide ban on camping in public places.

Community, Cops & Courts, News

A Kennebunk resident has been in ICE custody for 8 months. His friends are advocating for his release.

by Abigail Driscoll April 22, 2026April 22, 2026

Hossam ‘Maha’ Mohamed has been moved between 6 facilities since he was detained in August. His supporters fear for his health and what might happen if he is deported to Egypt.

Community, News, Times Record

Brunswick residents raise concerns about fuel station

by Katie Langley April 22, 2026April 23, 2026

Residents said they’re uneasy about the health and nuisance impacts of the new Public Works fuel station. The upcoming construction also prompted the closure of the town’s Senior Gardens.