They fear a second new eatery in the area will lead to disruptions like those tied to Popeye’s.
Randy Billings
Staff Writer
Randy Billings is a government watchdog and political reporter who has been the State House bureau chief since 2021. He was named the Maine Press Association’s Journalist of the Year in 2020. He joined the Press Herald in 2012 as the Portland City Hall reporter, where his beat touched on a wide range of topics, including municipal government, immigration, homelessness, housing and social services. Prior to that, he worked at various weeklies as well as business and arts publications. He holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Maine, Orono. He lives in North Yarmouth with his wife and two children and enjoys the outdoors and playing his upright bass.
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No guarantees: Portland Water District at risk for more breaks
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Rescue of 2 Maine men turns into a recovery
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Portland councilor: Let cities make own gun rules
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Cluster of recovery homes raises concerns in Portland neighborhood
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Portland: Canadian drugs would save us millions
Maine AG William Schneider stopped the purchase of Canadian drugs because suppliers didn’t have Maine licenses. But Portland plans to fight the law, which costs the city $3.2 million per year.
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Portland mulls new restrictions for street artists
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Second Portland restaurant inspector being groomed
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