Gov. Janet Mills was on hand for the ceremony Wednesday, Nov. 12.
Housing crisis
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
New business-based coalition forms to address Maine’s housing shortage
Build Homes Build Community is a statewide group of business leaders, nonprofits, trade associations and others that will advocate for pro-housing policies and encourage Mainers to support home construction in their communities.
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Saco passes emergency moratorium on mobile home rent increases
After hearing from residents, Saco officials approved a moratorium to help those living in mobile home parks.
Posted inElections, Local & State, News, Politics
Candidates for Portland’s only contested City Council race see housing as top issue
Incumbent Councilor Pious Ali and political newcomer Sam Aborne are vying for an at-large seat.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Westbrook’s riverside renaissance gets boost from $1M EPA cleanup at future site of apartments
The planned housing complex along the Presumpscot River is 1 of 5 projects to receive federal brownfield cleanup grants or low-interest loans through the Greater Portland Council of Governments.
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Are 40% of homeless people veterans? | Fact brief
The number of homeless veterans fell 8% nationwide between 2023 and 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Maine is building homes faster, but they are emptier
Often-overlooked numbers show how fewer people are living together, inadvertently contributing to Maine’s housing crisis.
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For many older Mainers, covering costs in retirement is a major challenge
Experts say there is a clear divide between people who can afford to live comfortably in retirement — and those whose tight budgets make it difficult to pay for basic needs like food and housing.
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Windham council sends letter to governor’s office opposing housing bill
The town pushed back against L.D. 1829, which was signed by Gov. Mills in June, on the basis that it would strip control of development from local communities.
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Maine communities explore rent control to slow costs in mobile home parks
Sanford is expected to consider a proposed moratorium on mobile home lot rent increases Tuesday. Other towns, including Old Orchard Beach, Waterville and Brunswick, have taken or are considering similar measures.