Immigration advocates wanted ICE out of the jail in Portland. Now, they’re grappling with the fallout: federal detainees are being held farther from Maine.
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Farmington grads urged to listen, show up and not waste time
Mt. Blue High School’s Class of 2026 celebrated graduation June 7 in Farmington with speeches focused on friendship, time, challenge and kindness.
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Posted inCommunity, Health, News, Schools and Education
Maine student 1 of 3 in US to win research spot for her work on cancer cells
‘My goal is to help children,’ says Alexis Spencer of Sabattus, a junior at Thomas College.
Posted inCommunity, Maine Crime, News
Somerset sheriff, DA seek proposals to spend $40K from cannabis grow cases
Authorities want the money, which 4 of those convicted paid as part of their recent plea deals, to help projects focused on youth and community.
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Augusta cyclist utilizes Bond Brook Recreation Area | photos
Photographer Joe Phelan focuses on the 270-acre area that offers biking, walking and ski trails.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine, Things to Do
Grammy winner Shawn Colvin talks New England and why Maine’s in her top 5 places to play
The singer-songwriter will play in Brownfield and Gardiner.
Posted inMaine, Sports, Things to Do
How to watch the World Cup for free at home
With an antenna, Mainers can watch the upcoming World Cup soccer games and lots of other things. Here’s what to know.
Posted inElections, Maine, Politics
Maine Election Day is Tuesday. Here’s what you need to know.
Mainers will cast ballots in primaries for U.S. Senate, two congressional races, governor and dozens of legislative and local races.
Posted inCommunity, News
Somerset County contracts with Waldo County to share jail administrator
Waldo already pays Somerset to house its inmates; Somerset will now pay Waldo for the services of its top jail official, who used to run the state’s largest prison.
Posted inMaine, News, Outdoors, Things to Do
5 summer adventures your public library can help you get for free
You’ll find more than books on the shelves at many libraries in Maine.