One provision of the law requires that police, while enforcing other laws, question a person’s immigration status if officers suspect he is in the country illegally.
December 2011
Posted inBusiness, News
Bad economy? Not for farmers
An Illinois farmer made so much money this year he made loan payments on one tractor a year in advance and exchanged some older ones for newer models . . .
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Court postpones hearing on Dolloff conviction
The former Standish woman is appealing her conviction for beating her husband with a baseball bat and trying to make it look like a home invasion.
Posted inNews
Protesters block gates at West Coast ports
The protesters say the ports have become “economic engines for the elite.”
Posted inNews
Avg. Maine gas price unchanged at $3.38
The average price is more than 27 cents higher than at the same time last year and about 12 cents lower than a month ago.
Posted inNews
Community college to offer training for gambling jobs
Hollywood Slots is partnering with Eastern Maine Community College on a program that would provide training for jobs such as black jack and poker dealers.
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Lewiston man accused of stabbing of woman
Police say the attack appears to be an incident of domestic violence.
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Ugly sweater contest lives up to its name
WELLS — Elwyn Morrow raised the stakes when he arrived at the Ugly Holiday Sweater Contest at the Wells Corner Shopping Center Sunday morning.
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Doctor backs health care initiative
GARDINER — A Gardiner native who is a practicing physician at one of Boston’s biggest hospitals is spearheading an initiative that will help Maine get better health care.