In a report to city councilors, the social services director said 478 asylum seekers, most from central Africa, are either staying at the family shelter or in local hotels.
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Toxic politics taking its toll on Portland’s public servants
The tension that has been building in recent years between an energized, aggressive progressive movement and more moderate city officials seems to have spiked in the last week.
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Bicyclist injured when hit by vehicle in Portland
A van struck bicyclist on Forest Avenue late Thursday, the second accident involving a cyclist this week.
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Climate change, racial equity among the issues in Portland’s District 2 race
A political newcomer is taking on a longtime Portland resident and former elected official for a seat on the Portland City Council representing the West End and Parkside.
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Replacement of I-295 bridge over Veranda Street likely to be delayed until spring
A national shortage of certain construction materials is to blame for the delay, the Maine Department of Transportation said Wednesday.
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Affordability, homelessness animate Portland City Council District 1 race
Two candidates are running to replace City Councilor Belinda Ray, who is not seeking a third term.
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Search on for Portland’s annual holiday tree
The city is looking for a 45- to 60-foot-tall evergreen, spruce or fir tree that could be fairly easily harvested for use.
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Competition fierce for an at-large seat on Portland City Council
All four candidates cite voters’ worries about the city’s increasing lack of affordability, especially in housing.
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Hundreds of asylum seekers wait in Portland-area hotels because apartments are so scarce
More than 300 immigrants who arrived in Portland recently are waiting for permanent housing in a tight rental market.
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Portland city attorney nominated to serve as interim city manager
Corporation Counsel Danielle West still needs to be confirmed by the City Council at its Oct. 4 meeting to replace Jon Jennings.