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Portland, South Portland, Cape Elizabeth properties on annual list of endangered places

PORTLAND — In support of its mission to preserve and revitalize the region’s historic buildings, neighborhoods, landscapes and parks, Greater Portland Landmarks has released its fourth list of Places in Peril. The goal of the list, which includes properties in Portland, South Portland and Cape Elizabeth, is to “call attention to the threats facing character-defining, historically […]

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Cape Elizabeth weighs fee for single-use plastic bags

CAPE ELIZABETH — The Town Council is considering joining about a half dozen surrounding communities that regulate the use of plastic shopping bags and nonrecyclable foam containers. The council on Sept. 11 also discussed an amendment to a town ordinance in response to reports of chickens roaming onto neighboring properties.  In December 2016, the council asked […]

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Cape Elizabeth Town Council election attracts 4 candidates

CAPE ELIZABETH — Four candidates will contend for two Town Council seats in the Nov. 7 municipal election.  The terms of Councilors Patricia Grennon and Katharine Ray are expiring; neither one is seeking re-election.  Peter McCarthy, Valerie Randall, Christopher Straw and James Tasse submitted nomination papers before the Sept. 8 deadline and will appear on the […]