The new program is free for items weighing less than 30 pounds, but has fees for heavier items.
Tom Bell
Posted inNews, Politics
Portland budget would raise property tax rate 2.9%
The city manager says he brings a fresh perspective and proposes new initiatives for the city.
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Posted inNews
Central Africans become city’s fastest-growing immigrant group
People primarily from Burundi, Rwanda and the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo are seeking asylum here because they fear for their lives in their native countries.
Posted inNews
Obama in Maine:A big splash for campaign cash
The president comes to Maine to raise funds in preparation for this November’s challenge by the GOP.
Posted inNews
Ambitious Thompson’s Pointproject making progress
Developers of the $105 million project submit a site plan for review, line up a hotel franchise and hope to start building this year.
Posted inNews
Portland Fish Exchange gets refrigeration grant
The money will be used to replace refrigeration equipment that has developed major leaks.
Posted inNews
As full-time mayor, Brennan staying busy
Portland’s top elected official makes the city’s voice heard in Augusta and builds a coalition.
Posted inNews
LePage plan would let cities cut off aid to the poor
The proposal would let each municipality make its own decision. Any that decide to stay with General Assistance would receive a block grant.
Posted inNews
Proposal would let municipalities opt out of aiding the poor
The LePage administration says the plan would give cities and towns that want to provide General Assistance more speding flexibility.
Posted inBusiness
Forbes ranks Portland area in top 10 for job prospects
That’s out of 100 regions surveyed nationwide about their hiring and firing plans for the second quarter.