Parts of the state will likely see two days of excessive temperatures on Monday and Tuesday.
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Portland’s queer history highlighted, preserved through self-guided walking tour
The newly completed history trail documents 12 locations across the city, including Portland’s first gay bar and a shop that became a gathering spot for the LGBTQ community.
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Maine rail operator asks feds to remove safety signal at Rigby Yard
The request to ‘retire’ the signal, which alerts train crews to changing or unsafe track conditions, has raised safety concerns among workers in the yard and people who live in neighborhoods that flank one of the largest and busiest rail facilities in the Northeast.
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Luncheonette to open Thursday on Cumberland Avenue
The breakfast and lunch spot offers global flavors and New York City deli vibes.
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Cumberland County Jail officer detained by ICE had applied for asylum
Gratien Milandou-Wamba was detained by ICE officers while driving to work on April 19. He is being held in a New Hampshire jail awaiting court proceedings.
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MaineHousing announces $13M for new projects, including in Time and Temperature building
The quasi-state agency warns that without more money from the Legislature, affordable housing production will slow dramatically.
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Cumberland County corrections officer detained by ICE, officials confirm
The sheriff’s office said it has seen an increase in immigrants applying to be corrections officers after the state waived an English language requirement.
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See what’s happening inside Portland’s LGBTQ+ community hub | Column
Three years since its move to Casco Street, the Equality Community Center is buzzing with activity.
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Mainers rally by the thousands for ‘No Kings’ protests against Trump
Large crowds gathered in Portland, Augusta, Auburn and elsewhere as part of a nationwide day of protests. Demonstrations were peaceful, though 2 arrests were made in Portland as police tried to move protesters onto the sidewalk.
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What you need to know about Portland’s property revaluation
Portland has sent out new property valuations for homeowners after a monthslong reassessment process. The assessed value of your property will impact how much you pay in taxes next year.