Here are answers to a few questions about Maine’s immigrant population and what Donald Trump’s policies on deportations, asylum and other immigration issues could mean.
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Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Advocates warn a Trump presidency could be a threat to Maine immigrants
The president-elect has said he plans to oversee mass deportations when he takes office, and advocates are also worried about impacts on the asylum system.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Dairy task force recommends boosting subsidy to preserve Maine farms
A draft report calls for additional taxes on gambling, cannabis or cigarettes to help stabilize funding for the subsidy program that protects Maine’s struggling dairy farms.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Madison fire damages 2-story home
The fire started Saturday as an outside brush fire.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Amid an uptick in inquiries from outside groups, Gardiner-area schools make information requests public
Public records requests posted to the Gardiner school’s website shows request are being made by people and organizations outside of the district.
Posted inCommunity
Wiscasset Holiday Marketfest set for Dec. 6-8
WISCASSET – The three-day Wiscasset Holiday Marketfest is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday, Dec. 6-8, in Wiscasset Village, and features family events Friday and Saturday evenings. There will be a visit from Santa who arrives via a light parade. Children get treats and cocoa, adults get hot toddies. Sheep will […]
Posted inCommunity
Family Festival of Trees set for Waterville Elks Banquet & Conference Center
Volunteers are needed to assist the Alfond Youth & Community Center and Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce’s annual fundraising event.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News, Politics
Maine transgender advocates fear a(nother) Trump presidency but vow to fight
Trump’s campaign often featured disparaging rhetoric and false claims about trans people, but his message was effective in seizing on broader fears.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine has shifted its strategy to expand electric heat pump use to the entire house. So far, it’s working.
A move to install electric heat pumps for the entire house instead of individual rooms has drawn strong interest from homeowners who are increasingly taking advantage of rebates.
Posted inBusiness
Portside Real Estate Group to host construction panel in Waterville
The event will feature a panel of new construction experts made up of realt estate agents and a lender who will share their tips and tricks.