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Cumberland DA says she is willing to prosecute illegal use of force by ICE agents
As Maine communities brace for a possible enforcement surge, Jacqueline Sartoris said in an interview that she’s concerned about use of force by federal agents in Chicago and Minneapolis.
School bus driver charged with manslaughter in Rockland student’s death
Rockland police arrested Jeffery Colburn, 65, of Camden, on Thursday.
Lewiston residents, officials talk fears as ICE action looms: ‘Nobody wants to come out’
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.
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.
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.
Farmington man charged with arson after camper fire
A fire marshal’s investigation determined the Thursday fire was set intentially.
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.
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.
Wales man sentenced to 35 years on child exploitation charges
Investigators said they found thousands of photographs depicting child exploitation on Patrick Hamlin’s devices.