Protesters vented their outrage and state and local officials called for the more than 2,000 immigration agents deployed there to leave.
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Sen. Susan Collins breaks with Trump over Venezuela, reasserting War Powers Act
The move marks a break with Senate Republicans and her party’s standard bearer.
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Former Portland lawmaker Denise Harlow dies at 55
Former state representative remembered as “a big believer in justice.”
Posted inMaine, News
Osman resigns from Lewiston City Council
The decision comes a day after the embattled councilor’s arraignment on gun theft charges, and the same week he was sworn in to represent Ward 5.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine, News
Maine libraries scramble for books after distributor closes
Many bought new books from Baker & Taylor, which has been winding down operations for months, and have endured long waits while looking for new sources.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News, Rumford Falls Times, Schools & Education
Volunteer at Rumford library brings new life to science education
Matt Frost, of Peru, coordinates STEM and 3D printing classes as part of the children’s library programming.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, News
Stuck in the snow
Wednesday’s slippery weather had Lewiston motorist pushing through snow.
Posted inNews
Christmas tree collection in L-A this weekend | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: This is a reminder that Boy Scout Troop 121 will pick up Christmas trees in Lewiston and Auburn on Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 10 and 11. While the cities provide locations for free tree disposal, they no longer collect the trees at curbside. For a minimum donation of $5, the Scouts will […]
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Maine lawmakers kick off a new session. Tensions are high.
Democrats unveil a slate of bills aimed at lowering everyday costs for families, while Republicans reiterate calls for accountability in a case of alleged fraud involving a health care services provider.
Posted inMaine, News, The Maine Forecast
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.