In its response to the protesters’ lawsuit, the city asks the court to look at bans on tent cities elsewhere.
Edward D. Murphy
Ed covers the City of Westbrook and business stories for the Portland Press Herald.
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City of Portland picks local energy consultant
Competitive Energy Services will monitor energy markets for the city and negotiate the contracts.
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Report: Invest in early education to grow Maine economy
The study finds that every dollar invested in early childhood education produces a dividend of up to $16 in economic benefit.
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Portland arena may close while it is renovated
Civic Center trustees will weigh potential savings against loss of revenue in deciding whether to shut down during the $33 million upgrade.
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Civic Center trustees dig into renovation plans
The trustees must soon decide whether to shut down the arena for an extended period to get the work done quickly or do the work around events.
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Work on Forefront expected by spring
The project’s developers are still working on obtaining permits and purchasing the Portland property.
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Member parts ways with gun club over NRA
Warren Roos, who feels the NRA has extreme views, doesn’t want to be forced to join to stay in the club.
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Local golfers get late Christmas present
With highs in the 50s and no snow on the ground, a few courses let Mainers get in some December swings Wednesday.
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LePage wants plan for heat-aid crisis
LePage’s agency directors say they’ll suggest an approach used by LePage’s predecessor, Gov. Baldacci, to address a $16 million shortfall in federal home-heating aid.
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Scarborough Downs struggles, and it affects multiple industries
Without a racino to boost purses and attract fans of table games and slots, Scarborough Downs fears for its future – as do the hundreds whose jobs depend on the track.