John Richardson

South Portland considers limits on fertilizer use

by David Harry The Forecaster April 12, 2019April 12, 2019

The city set regulations for pesticide use and is now discussing banning or limiting the use of synthetic fertilizers.

During a walk through the park, a city official hears from people on both sides of the debate.

by David Harry The Forecaster April 7, 2019April 8, 2019

Th plan could add 19 cents over the next three years to the city property tax rate.

by Tammy Wells Journal Tribune April 4, 2019April 4, 2019

Sanford’s City Council votes to eliminate the local fire marshal position to help limit the tax increase in next year’s budget.

by Michael Kelley The Forecaster April 4, 2019April 4, 2019

Shawn Babine will leave the Scarborough Town Council in June to focus on his work as a state legislator.

The fire spread across a field off Pilgrim Road on Tuesday afternoon.

by David Harry The Forecaster March 31, 2019March 31, 2019

Attorneys for retailers who sell tobacco products say they’ll challenge the city’s plan to be the first Maine community to ban flavored ones.

by Staff Report March 29, 2019March 29, 2019

Police say the man, who is suspected of stealing a car in Bangor, suffered serious injuries.

by Robert Lowell American Journal March 28, 2019March 28, 2019

Residents attending a forum on Tuesday questioned the $96.8 million price tag and the impact on a town park and local traffic.

by Liz Gotthelf Journal Tribune March 26, 2019March 26, 2019

A third-party investigator looking into the alleged misconduct will report to City Council.