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In Unity, idea to house asylum seekers in dorms divides a town

Por: Portland Press Herald Nation July 02, 2023

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Colleen Maquire, who moved to Unity four years ago, said she understands the concern shared by some residents about hosting asylum seekers. Maquire said she encountered a backlash when she helped plan Pride events last month. Derek Davis/Staff Photographer UNITY — There is a park in this sleepy central Maine town called Field of Dreams where a sign at the entrance reads, “everyone is welcome.” Whether that sentiment extends to the entire... + full article



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