A tractor-trailer from Quebec hit a utility pole on South Avenue just off Lisbon Street Tuesday morning.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine sees 9% drop in tourists compared to last summer
While the number of visitors declined, the per-person spending increased.
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Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Democrats turn to southern Maine for legislative leadership
All 6 of the party’s leaders in the 132nd Legislature represent communities within 26 miles of Portland, opening Democrats to criticism from Republicans for not representing the whole state.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine, New England
Report finds that America is catching and eating a little less fish
America ate a little bit less seafood in 2022, as per capita consumption fell about 3% to 19.8 pounds in 2022, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s ‘Fisheries of the United States’ report.
Posted inNation / World
ACLU files lawsuit seeking details on Trump’s plan for mass deportation
The suit alleges U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has failed to respond to requests for basic information about matters including flights.
Posted inNation / World, News, Politics
Trump confirms deportation strategy will involve military
Deportations would also target immigrants who entered the country long before President Biden took office.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World
The Associated Press to cut 8% of its workforce, accelerate digital-first news
The AP said less than half of the anticipated cuts would involve its news employees, with the bulk happening within the United States.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Auburn council supports new slate of watershed protections
The council also approved the appointments of 12 members of the Comprehensive Plan Committee.
Posted inNation / World, News, Politics
Trump chooses former Wisconsin Rep. Sean Duffy to be transportation secretary
Duffy is a former reality TV star who was one of Trump’s most visible defenders on cable – a prime concern for the media-focused president-elect.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Sweetser to open Lewiston Hope & Healing Center next to Just-In-Time Recreation
After providing nearly 2,000 Androscoggin County residents with mental health and substance use services in 2023, Sweetser expects to serve at least 700 more at its new center at 20 Mollison Way.