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Published
June 21, 2023

Brunswick approves new affordable housing rules amid ‘crisis’

Brunswick officials approved an inclusionary zoning ordinance that requires new housing developments with more than 15 rental units to have at least 15% set aside for affordable housing.
Published
June 11, 2023

Augusta officials, building owners reach deal that highlights difficulty of providing safe, affordable housing in city

Code violations at the Edwards Inn at 53 Water St. have prompted discussion about code violations and providing much-needed low-income housing in Augusta.
Published
June 8, 2023

Sea rise, extreme temperatures expected to send more people to inland Maine, climate expert says

Nathan Phillips, a professor at Boston University, told an audience at a two-day conference in Skowhegan this week that rising sea levels and temperature extremes in the South will displace millions and force migration inland and to the North.
Published
June 6, 2023

Brunswick officials plan carrot-stick approach to affordable housing

A proposed ordinance would require some rentals be priced cheaper and incentivize developers to build more if units are priced affordably.
Published
May 18, 2023

Could Maine’s college dorms help solve the homelessness crisis?

A group of advocates and officials said Thursday that they will ask the state to look into opening unused dorms for temporary housing.

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Published
May 12, 2023

Additional violations found at Augusta residence where porch collapsed, but tenants allowed to return

The violations are considered common and are not imminently hazardous, said the city's director of code enforcement.
Published
May 3, 2023

Proposal to create lodging for lawmakers criticized as self-serving amid housing crisis

Sponsored by a Portland state representative, the bill aims to save money while providing legislators with a place to stay while doing the public's business in Augusta.
Published
May 2, 2023

Waterville mayor shuts down man who uses ‘vile language’ about English-language learners

Bruce Poulin peppered city councilors and school officials with questions Tuesday about a plan to hire another teacher for English-language learners.
Published
April 30, 2023

Towns challenge new Maine law meant to ease housing crisis

Legislation that promotes accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, statewide is set to take effect July 1. Municipalities say that's not enough time to comply.
Published
April 25, 2023

Tedford Housing receives $10,000 donation for new emergency housing