People are clipping coupons, thrifting and buying store-brand items to tighten their budgets as groceries, apparel and transportation have become more expensive.
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Repeal of federal English learners guidance could signal bigger changes for Maine students
Federal and state laws still require schools to serve students who are learning English, but Maine educators worry the change could be a sign of future impacts on funding or obligations to multilingual students.
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ICE agents in Maine arrest local pastor who supported immigrant community
Michel Tshimankinda was detained by ICE last week. His family is raising money to bring him home to Westbrook.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Grassroots group’s report sharply criticizes Gorham Connector proposal
Mainers for Smarter Transportation recommends alternatives to the project as Scarborough town councilors consider calling for changes to address growing public concerns.
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Portland boy, 12, apparently drowns in Presumpscot River
A diver from the Maine Warden Service located the victim shortly after 7 p.m. and pulled him from the river near the boat launch.
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Deer is set free after squeezing through a basement window in Westbrook
It appears the deer entered the basement of the Westbrook home through a 9-inch by 12-inch window before dropping about 6 feet to the concrete floor.
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Tractor-trailer truck destroyed after hitting bridge in Westbrook
The crash took place near Brown Street’s intersection with Cumberland Street.
Posted inBaseball, Sports
Where have you gone, Little Leaguers?
In southern Maine and across the country, participation in an iconic baseball tradition – and a model for organized youth sports – has dropped significantly in recent decades.
Posted inSports
Westbrook teen ready for opportunity with USA Hockey’s U-17 team
Carter Amico, a 6-foot-5 defenseman, is one of just four Mainers in the past quarter century to be chosen to play with the national development squad.
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Westbrook home catches fire Christmas Day
Residents were able to safely leave the building, which experienced minimal damage.