1. Nine Mainers are facing charges after an anti-ICE protest in Massachusetts. Police say roughly forty demonstrators blocked the administrative entrance to the Burlington ICE facility Tuesday, and twelve who refused to move — including nine from Maine — were arrested on trespassing and disturbing the peace charges. The protest centered on detainees taken there during January’s Operation Catch of the Day. (WGME)
2. A scary crash shut down part of Route 302 in Windham Wednesday. Police say one pickup ran a red light at Roosevelt Trail and Albion Road, slammed into another truck, then crashed straight into a business building. Two people were hurt but expected to be okay, and investigators are now asking any witnesses to come forward. (NCM)
3. Big change in South Portland schools is getting pushed back. The school board voted to delay its elementary school reconfiguration plan by one full year, saying families and staff need more time to prepare. South Portland Board of Education says Kaler Elementary will still close this year, but the grade reshuffling at the other schools now won’t begin until the twenty twenty-seven school year. (WMTW)
4. Big Costco news for food court fans. The famous dollar-fifty hot dog combo is changing for the first time in forty years — but relax, the price is still locked. Shoppers can now swap the fountain soda for a Kirkland bottled water, and CEO Ron Vachris says that legendary buck-fifty deal is not going anywhere. (NCM)
5. Hot Radio Maine and The Law Offices of Joe Bornstein Present, Hot Cause for Paws: a pet food and supply drive dedicated to helping local animals in need! This Friday, May 1st we will be broadcasting live from the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland, located at 217 Landing Road in Westbrook from 11am-4pm. We would love for you to stop by and donate essential items such as pet food, toys, blankets, and other supplies to support the shelter’s ongoing efforts! More details can be found on hotradiomaine.com (HRM)
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