Kevin Boilard, president of the city’s emergency warming center on Horton Street, said the property has become the ‘backdrop of a year-round pattern of men driving through the neighborhood and openly soliciting on our streets.’
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Chemical spill near cannabis store forces road closures in Auburn
Police were still investigating the spill next to the cannabis store Thursday night.
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Border agents apprehend record number of people in Maine illegally
The individuals arrested in fiscal 2025 came from 46 countries, according to Houlton Sector Maine of the U.S. Border Patrol.
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Lisbon officials considering 6 recruitment firms in search for town manager
The Town Council will meet with incoming councilors next week to discuss the proposals.
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Prosecutors dismiss charges against woman shot in Chicago by Maine Border Patrol agent
Marimar Martinez had been accused of using her car to ram the vehicle of Border Patrol agent Charles Exum. He exited his SUV and opened fire on Martinez, who suffered 7 gunshot wounds.
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Gathering in Livermore Falls to bring awareness to homelessness
The vigil will highlight winter hardships faced by people experiencing homelessness and honor the memory of Brett Staples.
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Board games and earmuffs: Chester Greenwood Day set for Dec. 6
Farmington celebrates its 49th annual Chester Greenwood Day on Dec. 6 with a themed parade, tree lighting, crafts, carriage rides and a chilly dip in Clearwater Lake.
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Holiday gatherings offer a chance to talk about scams
It’s a complicated subject, but having a frank discussion now could prevent heartbreak, trauma and serious financial losses in the future.
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How a Maine couple gave their $1.3 million retirement savings to bitcoin scammers
Larry and Barbara Cook are risking public embarrassment to spare others from a similar trauma. In the process, they’re helping to rewrite federal and state income tax laws related to fraud losses.
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What to know about Green Wednesday’s preholiday bump for Maine cannabis
Green Wednesday, the day before Thanksgiving, has become a reliable preholiday sales boost for Maine’s recreational cannabis market.