A Superior Court justice has ruled that a jury trial is warranted to resolve questions about a May 2021 meeting between Strimling and his landlord that could impact the outcome of the case.
Rachel Ohm
Staff Writer
Rachel covers state government and politics for the Portland Press Herald. It’s her third beat at the paper after stints covering City Hall and education. Prior to her arrival at the Press Herald in the summer of 2019, Rachel worked at the Morning Sentinel in Waterville, covering Franklin and Somerset counties, and the Knoxville News Sentinel in Knoxville, Tennessee, covering higher education. She has a master’s degree in journalism from New York University and when she’s not writing and reporting enjoys running, cooking and traveling to new places.
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Federal officials investigating plane crash that injured two at Portland jetport
The National Transportation Safety Board is expected to issue a preliminary report 15 days from the time of the crash.
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Portland policy aims to improve response to homeless camps on public property
Under the policy, staff will not require the removal of campsites on city property when emergency shelters are full, and a plan will be in place for personal belongings to be recovered when camps are removed.
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Portland Charter Commission approves final report including proposal for strong mayor
The City Council now will decide to adopt or revise summaries of each question the commission has prepared for the November ballot.
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Portland voters will consider 5 citizen-initiated referendums, including an $18 minimum wage
The referendums also include tenant protections, restrictions on cruise ships, and reducing or regulating short-term rentals.
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Portland Charter Commission tweaks executive mayor proposal as final deadline nears
In an 8-1 vote, the commission amended its preliminary proposal to put more checks on the power of a stronger mayor.
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Portland council votes to repeal development restrictions on Munjoy Hill
Councilors cited concerns about the need for more housing prior to voting unanimously to repeal the special district.
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Portland voters may be asked to again consider increasing the minimum wage
A group of residents is working to get a referendum question on the November ballot, and a City Council committee is also discussing the issue.
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Outdoor gathering makes a point – that homelessness is hard whatever the season
The Longest Day of Homelessness Sit-out was held Friday to raise awareness about the struggles of homeless people, even in the warmer months.
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Portland looking for alternatives after site targeted for temporary shelter falls through
A city spokesperson said Thursday the location the city and state had been working on fell through due to the requirements of the city’s Green New Deal ordinance.