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Portland Flyers Call Out Trump and ICE in Maine: ‘We’re Really Coming Full Circle Here’

Maine’s position on the Canadian border has made it a ripe target for Donald Trump‘s anti-immigration crusade. Community support for the president in the state has long been divided, with more rural areas tending to support him. This week, Portland flyers protesting Trump and ICE made it clear where others in the state stand. Using immigration enforcement as a pretext to detain political enemies? It’s a standard tool among authoritarian regimes. It’s also a technique that Trump and Hitler have in common, as Portland’s flyers point out.

Maine · 2025-03-17
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Horse rescued from railroad bridge near Bangor

We’ve heard the stories of firefighters rescuing cats from trees and dogs from roofs. But what about a horse?

Bangor, ME · 2025-03-17

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10 Secluded Towns Chilling in the Water, Woods and Wilderness of Maine's Chain of Debsconeag Lakes

... The post 10 Secluded Towns Chilling in the Water, Woods and Wilderness of Maine’s Chain of Debsconeag Lakes appeared first on Home Stratosphere .

Maine · 2025-03-17

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Good Shepherd Food Bank says federal cuts increase need for more state investment

Earlier this month, the leader of Maine’s largest hunger relief organization told the Legislature her organization has had to provide “more food for more people with fewer resources.” That challenge could be even harder now that the U.S. Department of Agriculture is making cuts to food assistance programs including some used by Good Shepherd Food […]

Maine · 2025-03-17

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Charges Mount for Key Figure in Cushing Homicide Case

ROCKLAND — A man who pleaded to lesser offenses in the shotgun slaying of a Waldoboro man in Cushing last year has had more criminal charges lodged against him. Mark Gagne, 42, was charged last week by Rockland Police with trafficking in fentanyl, felony possession of cocaine, and violating a condition of release. An affidavit filed by Rockland Police states that the charges are the result of an Oct. 10, 2024, search of a home on Luce Avenue in Rockland. According to the affidavit, Gagne said he was a middleman for a dealer, 56-year-old Gary Gilbert.

Cushing, ME · 2025-03-17

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Legislator proposes amendment banning noncitizen voting

The Maine Legislature is considering an amendment to the Maine Constitution that would ban noncitizen voting in Maine, a practice that is already prohibited under state law. LD 175, “RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Ensure That Only Citizens of the United States May Participate in Elections,” is sponsored by Rep. Laurel Libby (R-Dist. 64, Auburn). Passage would prohibit noncitizens from voting in any county, municipal, state, or school board elections.

Maine · 2025-03-17

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Gas prices drop, may not be reason to celebrate

STATEWIDE - Drivers in Maine are paying less at the pump. The price of gas has fallen more than 6 cents a gallon in the last week. That's according to GasBuddy's survey of more than 1,200 stations around the state. Prices are now just over 8 cents a gallon lower...

Maine · 2025-03-17

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Bangor, Maine: Burlington Coat Factory Moving To New Location Near Mall

Plans have been made to move Burlington Coat Factory to the old Bed, Bath & Beyond building on the Bangor Mall Blvd. The Burlington Store has been located at 229 Springer Drive since Homequarters Warehouse, which occupied the property from 1993 through 1999, closed. Management at Burlington confirmed that the...

Bangor, ME · 2025-03-17

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Aroma Joe’s is coming to northern Maine for the 1st time

The new Houlton location will be the only one north of Bangor, where a shop opened last year.

Houlton, ME · 2025-03-17

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Maine Storm Update: Two Inches of Rain, Snow Possible by Monday Night

Caribou, ME – A mix of rain and snow is expected across Maine on Monday as temperatures drop sharply following a mild start to the week. According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, high temperatures Monday will reach near 50 degrees in the morning before a cold front moves in, bringing temperatures down to the 30s in northern areas and the 40s in Downeast Maine by late afternoon. Rainfall totals could exceed two inches Downeast, with up to three-quarters of an inch expected across northern regions.

Maine · 2025-03-16

Bangor Daily News

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Acadia National Park stops talking about being understaffed

Chronic seasonal staffing shortages have been a big challenge for the operation of Acadia National Park in recent years.

Acadia National Park, ME · 2025-03-17

Bangor Daily News

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MacLeod’s Restaurant to close in Bucksport after 45 years

MacLeod's Restaurant, a landmark business in Bucksport, is closing its doors after 45 years of serving the community.

Bucksport, ME · 2025-03-17

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Advocates say limiting syringe exchange programs would be a step backward

A legislative committee today heard testimony on a bill to limit needle and syringe exchange programs to one new needle or syringe for every used one brought in. But advocates said the proposal is a step backwards. In their testimony, advocates said the bill will not reduce needle and syringe...

Maine · 2025-03-17

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Maine Turnpike shut down after crash, man arrested

One driver suffered serious injuries and was taken to Maine Medical Center, where he is listed in critical but stable condition.

Lewiston, ME · 2025-03-16

Bangor Daily News

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Laurel Libby’s lawsuit is unprecedented test of Maine legislative rules

Libby’s case, claiming First and 14th Amendment violations, challenges Maine’s rules on legislative participation.

Maine · 2025-03-17

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Postal service employees will rally to protest Trump's plans to cut 10,000 from workforce

U.S. Postal Service employees will rally in Portland, Bangor and across the country Thursday to speak out against the Trump administration's plan to cut 10,000 jobs and billions from the agency's budget. Mark Dimondstein, President of the American Postal Workers Union, said DOGE will privatize the service and hurt Americans,...

Bangor, ME · 2025-03-17

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A day of Irish cheer in Bangor

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - Monday’s soggy weather couldn’t dampen the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day. Chief Photographer Mark Rediker and Joy Hollowell went looking for their lucky leprechauns in Bangor. “We had a line out the door right at 6 a.m.,” says Emma Kate O’Donnell.

Bangor, ME · 2025-03-17