Federal authorities repeatedly highlighted a handful of people with past criminal charges arrested as part of their operation in Maine. But several other cases involve residents who don’t have criminal records.
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A closer look at the Maine names on Homeland Security’s ‘worst of the worst’ list
Federal officials have publicized a database of arrests as part of its justification for recent enhanced enforcement efforts, but the list cites decades-old charges and arrests made by local police months earlier.
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Western Maine school competes in WinterKids Winter Games
Community Regional Charter School in Skowhegan is taking part in the 2026 WinterKids Winter Games, a monthlong statewide outdoor learning and wellness challenge for Maine schools.
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Senate passes government funding deal despite Republican backlash
Maine Sens. Susan Collins and Angus King both voted in favor of the spending legislation.
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Maine’s top federal judge orders ICE to release woman arrested without warrant
Francoise Makuiza was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on Jan. 23 while leaving her neighborhood for work.
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Asylum seekers swept up during immigration enforcement surge in Maine
Several asylum seekers arrested in Maine during U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s recent operation had long waits for hearings in immigration court.
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Judge dismisses animal cruelty lawsuit against Maine Lobster Festival
In a suit filed by PETA, the court determined individuals do not have a legal right to be free from conduct they find personally offensive.
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7th school district added to Maine lawsuit challenging transgender policies
The Maine Human Rights Commission is suing districts over policies about transgender athlete participation in sports, which it say conflicts with state law.
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Some Maine businesses stay open during national strike but plan to donate proceeds
Many say they will give a portion of sales to groups helping immigrants and other community members.
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Lawsuit filed in 2025 crash that injured Monmouth police officer
Dana Wessling, a Monmouth police lieutenant, has filed a civil suit against 42-year-old Sean McNeil, of Minot.