A day after residents packed a forum with city officials over concerns of a possible federal operation, many of the immigrant shops in Lewiston’s downtown Friday were at a near-standstill.
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ACA enrollment down in Maine after tax credits expire
Maine’s enrollment is at about 58,000, which is down so far from the final enrollment of 64,678 in 2025.
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Posted inLocal & State, News
How a series of ICE rumors put Maine on edge
The past week brought word and warnings that ICE agents would conduct mass operations in Maine cities, but much information remains unverified.
Posted inLocal & State, Nation & World, News
Amid heightened tensions about ICE, 30 new citizens naturalized in South Portland
The teary-eyed scene came as immigrants throughout Maine fear a looming crackdown by federal agents.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Farmington man charged with arson after camper fire
A fire marshal’s investigation determined the Thursday fire was set intentially.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
How do Maine’s local law enforcement agencies collaborate with ICE?
Several police departments have said they don’t have policies for dealing with immigration authorities but did specify that they can’t enforce federal law. Others say they won’t assist federal agents at all.
Posted inElections, Local & State, News, Politics
Who has raised the most money in the Maine governor’s race?
Hannah Pingree has hauled in the most cash among Democrats with $1.4 million, while Jonathan Bush is the leading Republican with $1.3 million raised.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Maine maker of Lincoln Logs is closing its doors
Pride Manufacturing Co., in Burnham, has notified the state it will lay off 115 people when it shuts down in April.
Posted inElections, News, Politics
Trump donor, dark money largely funding Maine referendum drives
Campaign finance reports filed Thursday showed the out-of-state forces shaping local issues.
Posted inNews
Chellie Pingree visits Minnesota to condemn Trump’s ICE operations
The trip by Maine’s 1st-District congresswoman came as the state prepares for a potential surge in ICE activity.