The Maine Coast Heritage Trust project will create over a mile of accessible trails at the Cousins River Fields and Marsh Preserve. “You’re literally building it for everyone,” said Enock Glidden, an accessibility advocate.
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Maine shipyards would get boost from defense spending proposal
The Senate Armed Services Committee has approved additional investments in the state shipyards, with billions allocated to shipbuilding programs and the procurement of new ships for the U.S. Navy.
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Gorham turnpike connector plans dormant, but not dead
The town will await the results of a pending Maine Department of Transportation study on solutions to traffic as developments rise.
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MIFF co-founder, who shaped Waterville’s film scene, to receive lifetime achievement award
Ken Eisen helped create the long-beloved Railroad Square Cinema, Maine International Film Festival and Waterville’s Shadow Distribution, turning the city into the film and media hub it is today.
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Otto Pizza in Auburn and Gorham will remain closed for now
The future of the locations is uncertain after owner Greg Ingrao died in March.
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West Paris Explorers program has a home after more than a year of transitions
The extended school program has finally landed in a permanent home on Route 26.
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UMaine System announces 90-credit, online pilot programs for adult learners
The initiative will promote economic mobility and address the state’s workforce needs, the University of Maine System says.
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Portland to pay $15M to move on from failed Midtown housing project
The City Council voted Monday to buy 3 vacant lots for nearly $13 million more than the original purchase price and put almost a decade of litigation behind it.
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Vote postponed again on moratorium that would stop Live Nation venue
A series of technical issues that made it difficult for people in overflow rooms, online and in the hallway to hear prompted the Portland City Council to postpone most of the items on their meeting agenda on Monday night.
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Portland seafood wholesaler to be acquired by New York company
The sale could pave the way for Bristol Seafoods to expand beyond its 100 employees and facilities on the Portland Fish Pier, CEO Peter Handy said.