The Brunswick college said it is now refining those policies, which went into effect in January, following feedback.
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Maine cyclists ride in support of man killed in Minneapolis ICE operation
Over 40 cyclists gathered in Portland on Saturday afternoon to show support for Alex Pretti, a Minnesota nurse and avid cyclist who was fatally shot by an immigration agent.
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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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Is Maine prepared if ICE protests get dangerous?
Demonstrations here have so far remained peaceful, but organizers say they’re concerned about the aggressive crowd-control tactics that federal agents have used in Minnesota and elsewhere.
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Oxford Hills ‘ICE Out!’ protest draws locals to speak out against violence
Dozens attended the rally to protest after a mother in Minnesota was shot to death by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent.
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Hundreds gather in Lewiston to support Somali Mainers
Recent negative comments from President Donald Trump inspired a celebration of Somali Mainers in Lewiston on Saturday.
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Live updates: Mainers gather across the state for latest No Kings protests
Organizers say they expect even larger crowds than those that gathered in June to protest the Trump administration’s actions. In Maine, rallies are planned for Portland, Lewiston-Auburn, Augusta and dozens of other communities.
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‘Good Trouble’ stakes a line in Norway, South Paris
Oxford Hills citizens displayed messages in support of climate reform, civil and human rights, American workers and the U.S. Constitution, or against President Donald Trump’s deportation policies and the growing influence of billionaires over U.S. politics and economy.
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Mainers turn out to make ‘good trouble’ amid political turmoil
Demonstrations honoring late civil rights leader and former Congressman John Lewis take place across the state.
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‘Good Trouble’ protests scheduled for July 17 across state
In western/central Maine, demonstrations will take place in Auburn, Bridgton, Farmington and Norway/South Paris.