Decades after fleeing persecution, Iranian activist continues call for unity Parivash Rohani, of Portland, is an artist and activist advocating for the Baha’i community and the rights of women in Iran.

Iranian activist Parivash Rohani learned from the radio that 10 of her friends were dead. The 10 women had been given a choice by the Iranian government: Recant their Baha'i faith or die.
“I could have very well been the 11th person,” Rohani said.
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Accusations of elder abuse, harassment, theft and staging a hostile takeover... The Westbrook Historical Society and the Westbrook Bucket Brigade — who share a similar mission and, until recently, a space in the Westbrook Community Center — are now threatening each other with legal action.

Years later, Scarborough continues to grapple with short-term rentals The town is discussing creating a registration and inspection process for short-term rentals.

Years later, Scarborough continues to grapple with short-term rentals

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Maine volunteers form human wall to protect immigrant workers Immigrant workers at American Roots in Westbrook remain fearful of federal immigration enforcement, despite reports that ICE has scaled down its operations in Maine.

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Some US citizens in Maine are carrying passports, fearing ICE detention Some Mainers of color say they're afraid to leave their homes and worry about their children. One man says he was racially profiled.

Some US citizens in Maine are carrying passports, fearing ICE detention * Free to access

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Westbrook furniture store shutters after more than 50 years Hub Furniture will continue operating out of its flagship store in Portland.

Westbrook furniture store shutters after more than 50 years

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Journalists planning to cover McCormick, Perry event in Pa. must prove their U.S. citizenship One media attorney finds it problematic that members of the media who are not U.S. citizens are barred from covering an event at BAE Systems in York County on Tuesday featuring Sen. Dave McCormick, Re...

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While I was skiing in France today I saw a random sign in the middle of a slope that just said “Indianapolis.” There is Indiana everywhere for those with the eyes to see.