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First group of Maine immigrants cut off from aid as a result of 2015 reform

And the 24-month cap is likely to end General Assistance for dozens more asylum seekers over the next 12 months in Portland and other cities.

by Associated Press June 27, 2017June 27, 2017

Danny Adams had pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the suffocation death of his 14-week-old son.

Sen. Susan Collins announces the federal grants that will go toward lead abatement programs for 220 housing units.

Education officials use a variety of tactics to address the stubborn problem, knowing attendance is critical to a student’s future.

by Associated Press June 16, 2017June 16, 2017

The initiative follows an incident in which a black student was restrained by campus security.

The requests for assistance since a 13-year-old died are more than providers expected, and a second community forum is being held.

by Staff report June 9, 2017June 9, 2017

Atithi LLC pays more than $4 million and plans to upgrade the 117-room hotel and meeting center.

by Staff Report June 5, 2017June 5, 2017

Nicholas Coy, 32, a convicted felon, was sentenced for illegal possession of a firearm, the U.S. Attorney’s Office says.

by Gillian Graham May 25, 2017

A driver for LePage Bakery stopped the truck when he heard the man screaming late Wednesday night.

Somali Bantu farmers take over an old dairy farm in Lewiston.