Wayne Ross, who led the school for more than 20 years, has died at the age of 80.
Kelley Bouchard
Staff Writer
Kelley writes about some of the most critical aspects of Maine’s economy and future growth, including transportation, immigration, retail and small business, commercial development and tourism, with emphasis on consumer issues, sustainability and minority ownership. Her wider experience includes municipal and state government, education, history, human rights, health and elder care, the environment and the housing crisis. A Maine native and University of Maine graduate, she was a college intern for two summers at the former Lewiston Evening Journal. She previously worked at the Ipswich Chronicle, Beverly Times and Salem Evening News in Massachusetts. Favorite pastimes include gardening, cooking for family and friends, streaming foreign TV series and kayaking at camp.
South Portland council election on track for Friday recount
City Clerk Emily Scully says requested recounts for two state ballot initiatives won’t delay the process.
South Portland planners urge zoning changes for nonconforming house lots
More than 20 requests to build homes on nonconforming lots are on hold pending the City Council’s decision in the coming weeks.
South Portland’s legal fees creep toward $1 million in pipeline lawsuit
Anonymous donations push the Clear Skies Legal Defense Fund to more than $100,000.
South Portland recount of council race set for Friday
The two at-large candidates whose standing is in question must supply eight counters each for the day-long job.
South Portland to consider moratorium on marijuana businesses
Cities and towns can decide whether to allow or ban marijuana-related businesses, but private possession and use would still be legal statewide.
Jennifer Kirk takes South Portland school board seat as write-in
The open seat was on the municipal ballot without candidates because no one submitted nomination papers to run for the District 1 position.
South Portland City Council candidate requests recount
Kate Lewis came in third, 58 votes behind Susan Henderson, in the vote to fill two council seats.
Voters oust suspended York County probate judge
Bryan Chabot defeated Robert Nadeau, who was recently suspended from the bench for 30 days by the Maine Supreme Judicial Court.
Newly chosen South Portland city manager doesn’t want the job
Edward Collins declined the position just two days after he was selected by the City Council, saying he’s not the right person for the job.