Sweetser is a behavioral nonprofit that provides evidence-based treatment, support and hope through a statewide network of community-based mental health, recovery, and educational services. Sweetser serves over 12,000 children, families and adults each year, in every corner of Maine.
To access services call their PromiseLine 1-800-434-3000 In crisis? Text/Call 988.
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is afree, confidential, 24/7 national hotline for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis—or any kind of emotional distress. You can call, text, or chat online. In Maine, 988 connects you with trained crisis counselors and, if needed, local crisis response teams from organizations like Sweetser.
The phones continue to be open to callers for the final hour of today’s show! If you missed your chance to join the program, we are on every Saturday from 10AM-1PM- give us a call at 879-WGAN (879-9426)
New data from the Deportation Data Project shows ICE has arrested roughly 482 people in Maine so far in 2026—more than the previous two years combined. According to advocate reports, only about 2% of those detained had a criminal history, prompting strong pushback from community groups while DHS defends its enforcement actions.
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