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Maine DHHS found to have overpaid millions for childhood autism services

A federal audit has revealed that Maine made more than $45 million in overpayments to groups that offer support services for children with autism from 2019 to 2023.

York County confirms arrest of corrections officer by ICE agents

The York County Sheriff says a corrections officer with no criminal record is now in ICE detention.

Governor Mills Wants Transparency on ICE Operation in Maine

Mills said that President Donald Trump’s office hasn’t returned her calls regarding the operation launched this week.

ICE Agents Detain Man in Portland, Leave Car Running with Smashed Windows

It’s not known where the Columbian was taken by immigration enforcement agents.

Two Mainers Named to U.S. Olympic Team in Skiing, Snowboarding

The Olympics will kick off on February 6th in Milan, Italy.

Cumberland County sheriff calls ICE tactics “bush-league” in arrest of corrections officer recruit

Cumberland County Sheriff Kevin Joyce says he’s still waiting on more details about the arrest of a corrections officer recruit by ICE.

Maine man charged with murder in death of infant daughter held on bail

Bail is now set at $250,000 for a Maine man accused of killing his infant daughter.

ICE Activity Increases in Maine as Anxiety Grows in Immigrant Communities

Reports of a surge in immigration arrests have struck fear in immigrant communities of Portland and Lewiston

ICE Ordered to Show Cause for Detaining Portland Resident During Routine Check-In

The judge gave the agency until noon Thursday to show cause for the detainment of Yanick Joao Carneiro

Local leaders react as ICE launches “Operation Catch of the Day” in Maine

ICE agents have been spotted in Maine communities including Portland, Westbrook and Lewiston over the last two days.

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Marathon milestone shattered: Sabastian Sawe breaks the fabled 2-hour barrier by 30 seconds

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A pair of African distance runners took down what was once among the most unthinkable records in sports on Sunday, shattering the long-unapproachable two-hour barrier in the 26.2-mile (42.2-kilometer) marathon.

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Moderate Fire Conditions Present in Maine

Most of the state is under moderate fire danger.

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Kennebunkport Police Report String of Car Thefts, Burglaries

Officers are calling the incidents "crimes of opportunity," as unlocked cars or visible belongings are easy targets.

23 hours ago in Local

Brewer man arrested for hit and run crash in Bangor

48-year-old David Harris was arrested by police this morning on multiple charges, including operating without a license.

2 days ago in Local

Deadly House Fire in Hiram Claims a Life

Investigators from the State Fire Marshal’s Office were called to the scene of a deadly house fire in Hiram. Crews…