While not definitive, the update will likely provide a measure of relief to members of Maine’s small but growing Somali community.
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Man pleads guilty to selling fake federal IDs in Maine
Roman Garcia-Lopez faces up to 15 years for providing false cards to illegal immigrants.
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Pingree meets with Maine Somali leaders
The congresswoman says she wanted to hear firsthand about the local impact of reports following a terrorist attack in Kenya.
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Maine man charged with double murder in Oakfield shootings
Police say they are not aware of any link between the victims and the suspect, Matthew Davis of Houlton.
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Report criticizes DEP as Maine’s lake-water quality dips
The Natural Resources Council of Maine cites cuts in staffing and funding for programs.
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Legislators want veil lifted on UMaine wind plan
They and others say a lack of information makes it impossible to compare the project to Statoil’s proposal.
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LePage officials: Bear baiting keeps Mainers safe
The state would see more bear-human conflicts and ‘put residents in serious danger’ if it banned bear baiting, they say.
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Maine wind farm chosen to provide electricity to Conn.
The project is one of two chosen in response to legislation authorizing the state to procure energy from renewable sources.
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On TV, Maine teen’s parents warn of dangers of meeting online
The parents of murdered teen Nichole Cable of Glenburn go on ‘Dr. Phil’ to share their tragic experience.
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USM professor writes book on ‘Breaking Bad’
American culture, politics and values are interpreted in critical essays on aspects of the hit television drama.