PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - South Portland residents who live near the ICE building on Macadam Avenue said they are not concerned about the protestors. Rather, residents told FOX 12 their concerns lie with the federal agents.

“Oh, it’s a wonderful neighborhood,” said Susan Norris, who has lived in the area for 15 years.

It’s no secret that activity has increased outside the ICE building throughout the summer, especially in the evenings. But according to local residents like Norris, the protestors aren’t the concern.

“People are always friendly, including the people I see outside [the ICE building] on a daily basis,” Norris said.

“I’m going to be honest with you, I’ve never seen any of the demonstrations instigate any violence,” said Lawshanda Shavers, who has lived in the neighborhood for t

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