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Portland’s First Muslim City Councilor Works To Get Out The Vote

NEW ENGLAND NEWS COLLABORATIVE

by: Fred Bever, Maine Public

Pious Ali earned his U.S. citizenship almost a decade ago, but his emphasis on the importance of voting is easy to understand. On the same day Donald Trump was elected president, Ali was elected to Portland’s City Council, continuing the political rise of the one of the first African-born Muslims to hold public office in Maine.

‘This Is The Time That We Cannot Shy Away’: Muslim-Americans Seek To Engage Politically

NEW ENGLAND NEWS COLLABORATIVE

by: Shannon Dooling, WBUR

The nonprofit, Jetpac, trains potential candidates regardless of party affiliation, with a goal of increasing civic engagement within Muslim communities.

Fruit Tree Experts Hope Warm Temps Aren’t Followed By Severe Cold

by: Nancy Eve Cohen

Unseasonably high temperatures this past week warmed up winter-weary New Englanders, but they also gave a dose of spring to trees. Fruit tree experts say they hope it doesn’t get so warm the trees blossom early.

Journalists: Members Of The Opposition Party?

by: Shaheen Pasha

Pasha has a rule in her house. Her kids are never allowed to tell each other to shut up. It’s not just a matter of politeness, she says. Shutting people up can be dangerous.

East Windsor Chosen To Host Third Connecticut Casino

by: Harriet Jones, WNPR

The plan calls for redeveloping a former movie theater site off of Interstate 91. East Windsor beat out the other remaining competitor, Windsor Locks.

Clean-up Begins After Unheard-Of February Tornado Rips Through Conway, Mass.

by: New England Public Radio News

No serious injuries were reported after the Saturday evening storm. Six properties were significantly damaged.

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