There’s no getting around it: President Trump’s call to Ukraine crossed a dangerous – and impeachable – line.
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Posted inOutdoors, Sports
Some hiccups on Maine native’s cross-country hike – but she delivers a message
Deirdre Fournier started hiking the American Discovery Trail in April to raise awareness of domestic violence.
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Posted inGreg Kesich, Op-eds, Opinion
The View From Here: The many faces of Ethan Strimling
Portland’s mayor has an uncanny ability to shape his persona to the times.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State
At Common Ground fair, dire warnings about pesticide dangers
An investigative journalist talks about how manufacturers and policymakers continue to focus on profit over health.
Posted inBill Nemitz, Op-eds, Opinion
Bill Nemitz: Responding to tragedy as if they were family – because they are
Firefighters from ‘every corner’ of Maine fall in to support their brethren after Monday’s deadly explosion in Farmington.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics, Uncategorized
Hundreds of new laws take effect Thursday in Maine
From prohibiting electronic cigarettes in school to changing the name of Columbus Day, more than 500 statutes will go on the books.
Posted inLocal & State, Nation & World, News, Politics
Sen. Collins joins bipartisan effort to end Trump’s use of military funds for wall
She views the resolution to end the president’s national emergency as a way to block overreach by the executive branch.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Annual tax billing process streamlined in Portland
PORTLAND — The city is streamlining its annual tax billing process to create greater efficiency and lower overall costs. Beginning with this year, residents will receive a single annual tax bill with two payment coupons. According to a release from the city, “in previous years the City incurred significant additional staff, supplies, and postage cost […]
Posted inThe Forecaster
City releases water resources survey
PORTLAND — The city’s Water Resources Division and the Portland Water District are collecting public feedback to better understand the needs and priorities pertaining to water resources. Portland’s Water Resources Division provides wastewater collection and stormwater management, while the Portland Water District provides safe drinking water, and wastewater collection and treatment. The Water Resources Division […]
Posted inThe Forecaster
Portland Police Beat: Sept. 11
9/2 at 12:32 a.m. Thomas G. McDonough, 21, of Portland, was arrested on Commercial Street by Officer Jason Nadeau on charges of criminal mischief and disorderly conduct. 9/2 at 12:10 p.m. Carissa S. Wright, 24, of Portland, was arrested on Cedar Street by Officer William Stratis on a charge of unlawful possession of scheduled drugs. […]