Maine could help convert empty schools into housing

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Maine could help convert empty schools into housing. But it's tricky. | The Maine Monitor

Maine economy lost millions during January ICE surge, according to one analysis | Maine Public

ICE agents in Maine did not follow policy when they threatened observers, DHS lawyer says | Portland Press Herald

Three bills under consideration in Augusta would increase income tax | WGME

Penalties pile up for poor Mainers facing stalled USDA foreclosures | Bangor Daily News

Portland survey shows broad concern among residents over affordability, traffic | Portland Press Herald

State Rep. Tiffany Roberts won't qualify for Congressional ballot | News Center Maine

Proposed Maine data center ban would kill plans for an old paper mill | Bangor Daily News

Winterport keeps trying, and failing, to secure public water access | Bangor Daily News

Maine researchers document 'shocking' loss of coastal eelgrass | Maine Public

Maine prison official pleads guilty to spending nearly $2.4M in theft and bribery case | Bangor Daily News

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