A sliver of orthodontists can accept the low-income insurance. One clinic in Portland is finding a way to serve these adolescent patients, with plans to expand their service.
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St. Patrick’s Day parade brings music, dance and merriment to Portland
More than 2,000 people were expected to watch marchers from a range of local Irish groups, including the Claddagh Mhor Pipe Band, Stillson School of Irish Dance and the Portland Gaelic Athletic Association.
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Long-term road project will detour traffic at Veterans Bridge and I-295
The project will add southbound access to I-295 at Exit 4 in an effort to relieve traffic congestion on Broadway and increase highway efficiency.
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Portland reports significant success in needle buyback program
The pilot program, though only 8 weeks old, has resulted in more used needles being returned to the city’s health department and fewer found on the streets.
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Portland Planning Board tables controversial North Deering condo development
The original developer appears to have been demoted after his business partner, city officials and community members voiced concerns about his financial standing and ability to carry out the work.
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Portland Meetings: March 12-19
Municipal meetings for the city of Portland.
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Process to establish Portland police oversight board stalls again
After a long meeting in executive session, Mayor Mark Dion said the City Council will schedule a future workshop to discuss some of what councilors have talked about in private.
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One person still in critical condition after fatal Portland fire
One person died and 4 were injured in the blaze at the home on Olympia Street early Thursday.
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What would a ‘Vision Zero’ plan do to stop traffic deaths in Portland?
After a series of deadly crashes, the public has called for the city do more to ensure safer streets for residents and visitors. But city leaders say that work is already in progress and takes time.
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Public art collective spotlights Portland’s Wabanaki past and future
The group, Spinning Wampum, previewed a satiric play about the Casco Bay Treaty and has plans to artistically demonstrate how the city is ‘undeniably Wabanaki space.’