Supporters say a conservation easement is the best way to prevent the park from ever being developed or sold, but opponents say it’s unnecessary, short-sighted and possibly illegal.
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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Towns challenge new Maine law meant to ease housing crisis
Legislation that promotes accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, statewide is set to take effect July 1. Municipalities say that’s not enough time to comply.
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Space leased in South Portland for veterans counseling center
The Vet Center on Sable Oaks Drive will provide community-based support to eligible veterans.
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Maine’s Sudanese community reacts to conflict, loss in their homeland
Roughly 2,000 Mainers have ties to Sudan where 2 top generals are embattled in a power struggle that has raised serious humanitarian concerns.
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Waitlists grow as developers plan, build and fill affordable housing
Projects across the southern Maine landscape aim to keep up with explosive demand, but advocates say ‘we are not creating new affordable homes fast enough.’
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‘Every day should be Earth Day’: Celebration, rally held in Portland
The city and its residents tout the strides toward sustainability, with a rally and march from Monument Square to Portland City Hall, and an event at Payson Park.
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Beloved South Portland police K9 member dies of cancer
Trigger’s handler, Lt. Kevin Theriault, was named the city’s 2016 Officer of the Year for their work together across Greater Portland.
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Portland’s Jewish, Muslim community members celebrate friendship, understanding
The Friday night gathering was the first communal Shabbat and Ramadan dinner in state history.
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South Portland imposes June 30 deadline for 7 hotels to cease shelter operations
The June 30 deadline will allow children to finish the school year without disruption, City Manager Scott Morelli says.
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South Portland Council addresses concerns over possible ban on gas-powered lawn tools
Councilors discussed the gas equipment ban and pay-as-you-throw program as part of a progress report on the city’s climate action plan.