U.S. Border Patrol agents say the aim of the scheme is to move migrants farther into the United States once smugglers get them over the border from Mexico.
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Posted inNation & World, News
Girls bear the brunt of a rise in cyberbullying in U.S.
Three times as many girls report being harassed online or by text message than boys, according to the National Center for Education Statistics.
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Posted inMaine, News
DEP disputes reports of dirty water, saying most Maine beaches free from contamination
The state responds after Environment America lists the number of potentially unsafe beach days each state had last year because of water quality concerns.
Posted inNation & World
Heat, then hail: Weather and travel woes hit Britain, France
Travelers faced a second day of travel disruptions in Britain after record-breaking July temperatures gave way to thunderstorms and technical problems at the air traffic control center grounded many flights.
Posted inGirls Soccer, Sports, Varsity Maine
Soccer: Tournament life, and the Maine way
Western Mountain Soccer Classic’s rural offerings make it stand out in the summer sports landscape.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Sanford police seize cocaine, crack worth $16,000
Three Massachusetts men arrested during the vehicle stop are facing drug trafficking charges.
Posted inBusiness
Better than Bacon: House of Bacon closing, owners opening wizard-themed ‘magical theatrical restaurant’
The new pop-up theater and restaurant already has a closing date: Halloween night, 2020.
Posted inSidelines, Sports
Sidelines: Swearing off Patriots doom and gloom this season
New England’s run shakes even the most negative and pessimistic Patriots fans, Drew Bonifant writes.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine, News
Sara Juli of Falmouth wins grant for dance project on ‘detritus of marriage’
The New England Foundation for the Arts awards the artist $45,000 for ‘Burnt-Out Wife.’
Posted inBusiness, Life & Culture
South Portland retailer offers eco-friendly twist on ‘fill ‘er up’
GoGo Refill sells home cleaning and personal care products to customers who bring their own containers.