Piper Shores claims an exemption under state law; the town says the retirement community agreed to pay taxes in exchange for a contract zone.
Krysteana Scribner
Krysteana Scribner has been working in the world of media since 2012, and began working in the newspaper industry in 2014. While she currently covers South Portland and Scarborough news at the Forecaster, she has written at several newspapers in Maine and covered communities such as Biddeford, Saco and Portland. In her free time, Krysteana enjoys reading, photography and spending time outdoors.
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South Portland to act on short-term rental violations
The City Council will discuss what steps will be taken against illegal and unregistered properties.
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Early South Portland air quality tests blame engines, not oil tanks
State environmental officials say more time is needed before coming to definitive conclusions.
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South Portland funeral director has life-changing career choice
Katelyn Syphers says her career in death and dying has changed her perspective.
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SMCC academy turns student firefighters into pros
The 35 students participating live at local fire stations and gain real-world experience as part of the firefighter program offered at the college.
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South Portland coffee shop: Not trying to be ‘rogue roasters’
The Planning Board approves the sale of beer and wine by Rwanda Bean, despite complaints from neighbors.
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South Portland to present tank farm air quality data
Next week’s workshop will inform how the city responds to existing allegations against Global Partners LP, and any future incidents.
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Spending for new South Portland middle school gets initial council OK
Two bond packages totaling $71.5 million still need final City Council approval before heading to referendum Nov. 5.
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Evidence in Scarborough turf field vandalism may lead to charges
Police still aren’t saying who they believe did more than $22,000 worth of damage in July.
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South Portland fire leaves 1 homeless
SOUTH PORTLAND — A fire that displaced one tenant Aug. 5 happened in a building that is exempt from the city’s sprinkler requirement. The building at the Kingswood Condominiums, which includes the two largest structures in the city, isn’t required to have sprinklers because it was built in 1972, before the city’s fire and protection […]