In a recent Council Corner article, Town Councilor Cory Fellows explored the “riddle” of affordable housing. While his description of the intricacies of the eligibility requirements for affordable housing was helpful, we also need to have a clear understanding of what affordable housing means—and what it can and cannot achieve. The term “affordable housing” can […]
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Local Maine news from the Portland Press Herald.
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Petition suspends Falmouth pesticide ordinance, public to vote
Residents opposed to the controversial ordinance regulating the use of pesticides and fertilizers collected signatures from 10 percent of Falmouth voters, creating a referendum that will decide the ordinance’s fate.
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Democrats lead early fundraising in crowded Maine governor’s race
Hannah Pingree and Shenna Bellows have pulled in the most money so far, followed by Angus King III and Troy Jackson, as the candidates vie to replace Gov. Janet Mills.
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Sen. Collins, Rep. Golden outraise opponents in 2 closely watched national races
Maine’s Senate and 2nd Congressional District races could be pivotal for the control of Congress and are expected to draw significant outside spending.
Posted inFood, Local & State
1958 Café opens at Belgrade’s iconic Day’s Store
The 1958 Café at Day’s Store, overlooking Long Pond, adds a restaurant to the well-known family-owned store.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Northern Light Health reduces staff through attrition amid financial pressure
Health care leaders say passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act adds financial strain to an already struggling system.
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New Kennebunk Beach playground delights children and parents
After a winter storm devastated the KBIA playground at Mother’s Beach, the organization rebuilt with an emphasis on resilience.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
Kennebunk-area school district taps new superintendent
Martin Grimm brings over 25 years of experience, at all levels of education, to the role.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Border crossings into Maine from Canada continue to fall
The 28% decline in visitors so far this year has outpaced preseason forecasts.
Posted inHealth, Local & State
The push to defund Planned Parenthood hit other clinics in Maine. Now their group is suing.
Planned Parenthood isn’t the only abortion provider that stands to lose Medicaid payments under a budget plan signed by President Donald Trump.