Lee, who lived his principles of integrity and fairness as a dealer and a Democratic leader, dies at 83.
Edward D. Murphy
Ed covers the City of Westbrook and business stories for the Portland Press Herald.
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Auto dealer Shep Lee dies
Shep Lee was also a leader in the development of the Democratic Party in the state.
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Small department, big aspirations, and grants galore
The fire chief in Goodwin’s Mills is making the most of funding chances, winning more than $1 million so far.
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Easement preserves 54 acres on Maquoit Bay
The easement will allow the landowner to continue to farm the property and preserve habitat for wading birds, ducks and migrating shorebirds to feed and rest.
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Parking will be an issue in Biddeford school expansion
The two-year project starts in July, and officials say there will be inconveniences for a while.
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Annual PeaksFest welcomes dozens of summer families
Organizers use the event to raise money to help needy year-round islanders pay their tax bills or heat their homes.
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Golf club’s plan to expand faces abutter’s objection
Cape Arundel contends its new practice area will not be too busy for the residential area.
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PeaksFest is about fun but also puts a focus on safety
The weekend festival is just a month removed from the tragic death of two young kayakers in May.
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FTC clears way for Trader Joe’s in Portland
Trader Joe’s has applied for city licenses to operate a food service, and to sell beer and wine, at the former Wild Oats store on Marginal Way.
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Agreement reached in York County oil case
Nicholas Curro was charged with selling pre-paid heating oil plans in 2007, then failing to deliver all the oil that customers had paid for or refunding their money.