Belinda Ray and Spencer Thibodeau hold big leads while Councilor Nicholas Mavodones trails Joey Brunelle.
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Portland adopts resolution in response to synagogue massacre
The City Council unanimously approves a statement condemning ‘bigotry, discrimination, or hate from whatever the source.’
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Portland City Councilor Batson: New York, other cities offer lessons for solving homelessness
They simply do not have the same effective outcomes working in a large, warehouse-style shelter model.
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Our Endorsement: All 3 incumbents for Portland City Council deserve another term
Nicholas Mavodones, Belinda Ray and Spencer Thibodeau have the right skills for the fast-changing city.
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Mavodones has 6-1 fundraising advantage in Portland City Council race
Reports filed Friday give voters their first comprehensive look at campaign finances in City Council and School Board races.
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Michael Brennan: This election may well decide future of Maine’s municipalities
A new governor and Legislature should prioritize ‘smart’ investment in and strong partnerships with cities, says the former Portland mayor, a Maine House candidate.
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Portland landlord appeals $500,000 fine to Supreme Court, saying city should have cracked down sooner
Sulan Chau was fined for code and life safety violations over 2½ years, but her attorney argues that the penalty is excessive because officials waited too long to take action.
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Candidates for at-large City Council seat have differing views of Portland
Joey Brunelle sees a lack of progress on many issues and gentrification pushing out those with moderate incomes, while incumbent Nicholas Mavodones sees a much-improved community that is now attracting national attention.
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Homeless shelter an issue for District 1 councilor and challenger
The city has proposed building a 200-bed facility at the city-owned Barron Center.
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Portland City Council District 2: Two candidates differ on what issues to tackle for constituents
Challenger Jonathan Torsch emphasizes action on broader problems such as paid sick leave and the high cost of housing, while incumbent Spencer Thibodeau focuses on narrower projects to benefit the community.