The fiscal year 2026 budget increases property taxes in accordance with the city’s Comprehensive Plan and Climate Action Plan while acknowledging the trickle-down effect of federal government funding on municipal spending.
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Posted inTimes Record
Future of Freeport’s downtown, housing top of mind for Town Council leadership
A pair of veteran council members will swap spots for their upcoming three-year terms.
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The Maine Millennial: Grumble if you want, but the government is us
If government is our problem, it means that we are our problem.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Maine cities and towns holding elections Tuesday
Local questions and municipal government races are on the ballot for Mainers across the state.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Managing municipal biosolids is a complex issue that requires collaboration
A 24- to 36-month pause in the enactment of a new law barring out-of-state waste from Maine landfills is crucial to averting a deeper crisis.
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In Gorham, muted reaction to a town councilor’s Oath Keepers ties
Benjamin Hartwell was one of two Maine elected officials found on membership rolls of the violent, anti-government group.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Maine issues last half of nearly $120 million in relief funding to municipalities
The pandemic relief money, provided through the American Rescue Plan Act, was distributed proportionally based on population.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Abuse of election workers is an attack on democracy
In Maine and nationwide, municipal clerks are being harassed by people who believe absurd claims about fraudulent voting.
Posted inLocal & State
Skowhegan board takes symbolic censure vote against selectman over town ethics violations
The Board of Selectmen voted Tuesday to censure board member Harold Bigelow after an investigation last month found that he harassed and made inappropriate comments to town employees.
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Program brings previously unheard voices to Portland-area transportation boards
The grant-funded transit leadership training program empowers immigrants and others who are affected by transit decisions usually made without their input.