After a tumultuous year, some prominent African-Americans see the need to call out racism and triumph over hate with love.
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.
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Cape Elizabeth school board acts quickly to replace superintendent
The chairwoman says the board will tap administrators, teachers and community members for input in hiring Meredith Nadeau’s replacement by July 1.
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South Portland tenants group to ask council for rent controls
The City Council will discuss the shortage of affordable rental housing at a meeting later this month.
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South Portland Planning Board rejects propane moratorium
The panel votes 6-1 against recommending the moratorium to the City Council, which has the final say on the matter.
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South Portland moves to block propane depot at Rigby Yard
The City Council directs municipal staffers to develop a fire code amendment that would prevent propane facilities from being built near ‘critical infrastructure.’
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New, racy restaurant near Maine Mall may test local sensibilities
Server/entertainers wear scanty Scottish-themed ‘costumes’ at Tilted Kilt, but some say that’s their choice, and the owner says there’s much more to the experience.
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South Portland code enforcement official rejects propane depot proposal
The decision follows nearly a year of controversy and comes as officials consider a moratorium on liquefied petroleum gas storage and distribution facilities.
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Mainers take cold dip at Old Orchard Beach for Special Olympics
The Lobster Dip, held at The Brunswick, raises about $110,000 for the Maine chapter.
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South Portland mayor urges fellow councilors to be more respectful
Mayor Tom Blake responds to signs of growing conflict on the council and in the community over a proposed propane depot.
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Yacht built in East Boothbay wins prestigious 628-mile Australian race
The monohull Comanche and its crew conquer difficult conditions to finish first.