Organizers of a dinner meant to bring immigrants together with their neighbors are monitoring reports of stepped up immigration enforcement in Maine.
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Susan Collins questions ‘rationale’ for a large-scale ICE operation in Maine
Other members of Maine’s delegation have also reacted to the rumors that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement may be sending agents to Lewiston and Portland.
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How Maine businesses are preparing for ICE enforcement actions
Companies that hire immigrants are watching what’s happening in other states and taking precautions in case similar raids happen here.
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Maine organizers plan ICE response as information remains scarce
Volunteers with immigrant advocacy and civil rights groups are reporting an uptick in calls from residents who are concerned for their safety amid rampant rumors.
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Q&A: What are my rights when interacting with immigration agents?
Scenes of violence between federal agents and community members have raised concerns over what people should do when encountering officers.
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Lewiston, Portland leaders brace for possible wave of immigration enforcement
Rumors of an impending federal action have leaders of Maine’s 2 largest cities reminding people to ‘know their rights.’
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Maine hit with wintry mix, causing messy commute, school closures
The precipitation had mostly ended by Wednesday afternoon, and the National Weather Service said temperatures through much of the state would reach the 40s Thursday.