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Biddeford council votes against moratorium on mobile home lot rent increases

by Sydney Richelieu January 22, 2026January 22, 2026

Several residents pleaded with the council to pass the proposal, saying the rising prices — which have more than doubled for some — could force them out of their homes.

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Midcoast district shaping plan to renovate or close schools

by Katie Langley January 22, 2026January 25, 2026

The district is evaluating several options for its buildings and may close, rebuild or rehab some aging schools.

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Orrington infant had multiple injuries when she died, autopsy finds

by Gillian Graham January 22, 2026January 22, 2026

The baby’s father has been charged with murder and is being held at the Penobscot County Jail.

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Documentary highlights challenges of aging wastewater infrastructure

by Paul Bagnall January 22, 2026January 22, 2026

Bath municipal employees are taking part in a Q&A Thursday after the screening of a documentary focusing on municipal wastewater systems.

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Portland City Council approves new police oversight board despite union’s concerns

by Andrew Rice and Morgan Womack January 22, 2026January 22, 2026

The board is more than 3 years in the making since voters approved its creation in a 2022 referendum.

Maine, News

Asylum seeker arrested at ICE field office in Scarborough now in Massachusetts

by Emily Allen January 22, 2026January 22, 2026

Yanick Joao Carneiro asked a U.S. District Judge to order his release. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maine asked that his request be dismissed.

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Maine lawmakers consider divesting bill. Is it aimed at Israel?

by Randy Billings January 22, 2026January 22, 2026

The bill, sponsored by Rep. Rafael Macias, D-Topsham, would apply to any country.

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Live updates, Jan. 22: ICE says it has arrested at least 100 people in Maine this week

by Staff report January 22, 2026January 23, 2026

Federal agents say they are targeting the ‘worst of the worst’ criminals, but some local officials are questioning their aggressive tactics and noting that several detainees appear to have no criminal record.