The sale is not final, however, and Amazon has not submitted a specific plan for what it would do with the parcel.
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Leroy J. Bailey, veteran gravely wounded in Vietnam, laid to rest back home in Maine
The Rockland native lost his face to a mortar blast and underwent hundreds of reconstructive surgeries throughout his life, but remained kind, generous and faithful.
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Portland Housing Authority executive director resigns after 2 years
Brian Frost stepped down July 31 and a permanent successor is expected to be hired by Jan. 2.
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Maine Trust for Local News workers launch union expansion effort
Staff have filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board and are asking the parent company of the Press Herald and other newspapers to recognize nearly 50 additional employees as part of the News Guild of Maine.
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Invasive tick species found in Maine for first time
The Asian longhorned tick, collected in Cumberland County, could pose a threat to pets, livestock and humans, officials said.
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Back Cove festival organizers to pay about $185,000 to city, parks
Payments include a $100,000 donation for Payson Park improvements, as well as $1 for every ticket sold, plus expenses, licenses and permits.
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Chair of Gorham School Committee tenders resignation
Sarah Perkins cites family needs and professional responsibilities.
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Westbrook recognizes Abenaki roots of land
The Westbrook City Council reads a land acknowledgment statement before every meeting, recognizing the history of the Indigenous peoples of the area now known as Westbrook.
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Brother says Casco man killed in Windham was a devoted father, fisherman
Erin Hayne, 33, was fatally shot while riding his motorcycle Friday in Windham.
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Biddeford voters could face reduced bond decision in November
The $26 million bond would support state-mandated sewer separation and Parks and Recreation upgrades.