Economic Vitality Director Stephen Houdlette said a proposed downtown revitalization project aims to build on past street improvement projects.
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Developer seeks to raise Robie Street housing project numbers in Gorham
The developer hopes to add 120 units. A discussion is scheduled for 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6.
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Live in Maine and affected by the shutdown? We want to hear from you.
The Portland Press Herald is interested in hearing from federal workers and others who have been furloughed or are working without pay.
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What happens now that a government shutdown is underway
Senate Democrats blocked a Republican bill to keep funding the government
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Portland Jetport’s food options are uninspiring. But changes may be coming.
The airport’s next master concessionaire could bring a new mix of food and beverage vendors in 2026.
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‘Guilty by Definition’ is the perfect mystery for word lovers
Susie Dent’s winning novel follows a team of lexicographers investigating cryptic letters related to a long-ago disappearance.
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Northern Light, Anthem contract talks stall ahead of midnight deadline
Northern Light Health physicians and medical providers will be out of network for patients with Anthem plans starting Wednesday, and it is unclear when negotiations on a new contract will resume.
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Federal government shutdown has begun
Independent Sen. Angus King voted with Republicans to keep the government open. But the 55-45 vote on a bill to extend federal funding for 7 weeks failed.
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Maine clinics move forward with service cuts after federal funding eliminated
Maine Family Planning is ending its primary care practice for nearly to 1,000 patients by the end of October.
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Feds restore funding to USM program that helps veterans go to college
The Department of Education reversed its recent decision to cut more than $600,000 in already allocated funding for Veterans Upward Bound, which it said conflicted with the Trump administration’s priorities.