Road & Transit Updates: MaineDOT will repair sidewalks on the Deering Avenue Bridge in Portland starting Sept. 28, with the north sidewalk and a Park Avenue-side parking area shut through Oct. 16; meanwhile, an oversized heat recovery steam generator convoy will crawl from Jay toward South Portland starting Sept. 29 at 6 p.m., likely causing rolling road closures and delays for at least two nights. Marathon Weekend: Nanna’s House is one of the 2026 Maine Marathon beneficiaries, collecting new comfort and personal care items for foster families; organizers also warn of major Sunday road closures and traffic changes for the Oct. 4 races. ICE & Privacy Concerns: A new report says DHS agents allegedly stored dossiers on ICE observers in a Palantir system, tagging some as “threats” and using photos and license plate data—sparking a Maine-based lawsuit. Energy Assistance: Gov. Janet Mills urged Congress to boost LIHEAP funding as Maine heating oil hits record prices, and announced automatic electric bill discounts for eligible low-income households. Public Safety: Federal officials warned Maine fire departments about recalled Central Sprinkler heads that may still be installed. Local Politics & Community: SMCC will honor 2026 “A Light on the Point” award recipients on Nov. 6.