Rumors of an impending federal action has leaders of Maine’s 2 largest cities reminding people to ‘know their rights.’
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City attorney: Auburn can impose moratorium on mobile home lot rent increases
City officials will consider a potential moratorium Jan. 20 after a group of residents spoke out about rising lot rents earlier this month.
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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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Federal agency to investigate Waterville crash that killed 2 DOT workers
The Maine State Police, meanwhile, said there is no set timeline for their investigation, which could take weeks.
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Sugarloaf replacing transformer after outage at ski resort
Some downed operations, including snowmaking, will resume ahead of the holiday weekend, officials said.
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Here’s what Lisbon residents say they want to see in a town manager
Some people have their own ideas about what would make a good town manager, but everyone agreed on a few traits.
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‘MaineFamous’ podcast spotlights Bethel businesses
Carter’s Cross-Country, A Longer Table, and The Elizabeth owners discuss growth, collaboration and year-round tourism in recent episodes.
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Angus King to meet with Greenland officials amid Trump threats
Maine’s junior senator told the Press Herald that Trump’s stated reason for wanting to own the Danish territory is ‘nonsense’ and ‘so clearly meaningless’ that it suggests ‘an ulterior motive.’
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Lewiston legislator, Chamber director announce bids for state Senate seat
Rep. Mana Abdi and Shanna Cox said they are seeking the District 21 seat after Sen. Peggy Rotundo announced her retirement Tuesday.
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‘Portrait of a Graduate’ program focuses on students over academics at Telstar
The new recognition celebrates six qualities: empathy, communication, learner’s mind-set, perseverance, responsibility and self-goal directed, Principal John Eliot said.