Maine immigration advocates warned that hundreds of people living in Maine to escape wars, gang violence and natural disasters would have faced deportation within weeks had the administration terminated their legal protections.
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Cozy Harbor Seafood files for bankruptcy protection, looks to sell business
The Portland-based business, which owns Art’s Lobster Co. and Casco Bay Lobster, says it has been navigating financial challenges ever since the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Sen. Collins explains her ‘no’ vote on Trump’s mega bill
The bill passed by one vote in the Senate and is now before the House.
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Lewiston’s Food Point Brazilian Steakhouse will reopen Friday
After a six-month hiatus, the restaurant has a new menu and pricing.
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Bene’s Beef in Lewiston sizzles in first week
The new spot offers North Shore-style roast beef sandwiches.
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Jury finds man guilty of murder in Biddeford shooting
Lorenze Labonte, 27, was charged with murder in connection with the 2023 death of Ahmed Sharif. Labonte chose not to testify in his own defense.
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Maine’s first Aldi store will open later this year, hire up to 20 workers
Earlier this year, the discount supermarket chain signed a lease in the Pine Tree Shopping Center on Brighton Avenue in Portland.
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Arrest made in hit-and-run death of cyclist in Scarborough
Police say the 68-year-old suspect crashed into Howard Gribbin on Route 1, then fled the scene.
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New bookstore creates waves in downtown Kennebunk
Octopus Bookshop opened on Main Street last month.
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Why we’re still watching ‘North Woods Law’ | Column
The reality show hasn’t featured Maine game wardens since 2016 but remains a go-to on streaming services for Mainers of all ages.