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Maine Voices: Yes, Somalis and other refugees are fleeing danger. No, that doesn’t make them a threat

by ISMAIL WARSAME Special to the Press Herald August 17, 2016August 17, 2016

Unlike Donald Trump, most Mainers realize that immigrants have a lot to offer their new neighbors.

by staff report August 16, 2016August 17, 2016

About 50 Portlanders turn out to get a look at the public art project proposed for a space in front of the Odd Fellows building on Forest Avenue.

by Staff Report August 15, 2016August 16, 2016

The university posts a Facebook message promising action after student Nimco Mohamed said she was harassed.

Food

Andrew Volk got the honor on Food & Wine magazine’s ‘Best New Mixologist’ list.

Jimmy Odong robbed 3 credit unions and 2 banks and has been in custody for more than a year.

The restoration of the Odd Fellows Building clock marks the beginning of more sweeping change in the busy area.

Portland is set to see its biggest cruise ship ever this month. And carbon footprint-wise (and counterintuitively) bigger may be better.

The Portland gardener dedicates himself to growing produce for the hungry and to volunteering for Garbage to Garden.

by Petros Panagakos Special to the Telegram August 14, 2016August 13, 2016

Magazines and pamphlets make outrageous claims for products they vow will relieve pain and cure all manner of medical ills.

by Jolene McGowan August 13, 2016August 13, 2016

A conversation with an analytical Facebook friend named Dan leads me to craft a definition shaped by personal experiences.