More than two weeks after Border Patrol agents found 17 undocumented workers in a four-bedroom home, the men have disappeared into a process that lacks transparency. Some fear the government may be prioritizing deportation over investigations of possible exploitation.
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Dispute over $500 million Belfast fish farm moves back to state agency
Both sides now say a suspension of Department of Environmental Protection permits makes sense while legal fights continue.
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Neighborhood appeal of Bowdoin College athletic complex renovation fails
The Brunswick Zoning Board of Appeals denied a petition against a $20 million upgrade to Bowdoin’s Pickard Field athletic complex.
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Bowdoin College graduate expelled from Tennessee Legislature has history of advocacy
Justin Pearson, who graduated from Bowdoin College in 2017, was one of two Tennessee lawmakers ousted from office.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
Lawmakers consider bill to raise minimum teacher salary
Supporters say raising the minimum from the current $40,000 to $50,000 by the 2027-28 school year is needed to fight a teacher shortage. Foes worry that a mandate could lead to tax increases and the rejection of school budgets.
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Bath artist celebrates 20 years creating with unusual medium — pipe cleaners
Keegan Companion, 22, first discovered his artistic talents in preschool and has crafted thousands of pipe cleaner sculptures, happily accepting “smiles as payment.”
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Partners for years, two Midcoast conservation groups are merging
Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust and Cathance River Education Alliance will join forces in July with the intention of increasing educational opportunities and resources for the community.
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Mother of ‘Baby Jane Doe’ pleads guilty to manslaughter
Lee Ann Daigle, 59, who was charged with murder in the death of a newborn abandoned in 1985, waived her right to an indictment and a jury trial on the reduced charge. She faces up to 30 years in prison.
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Legislative Democrats plan review of AG’s relationship with staffer
A spokesperson for Senate President Troy Jackson said he wants to be sure a clear policy is put in place to protect the integrity of the office.
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Father’s death spurs Yarmouth woman’s bid to change malpractice law
Robyn Byrnes says doctors misdiagnosed her father’s cancer, but she didn’t learn that until after the 3-year statute of limitations had expired. Now she’s advocating for a bill that would start the clock when the negligence is discovered.