‘Freedom, A Fable,’ on view through May 2, juxtaposes the magazine drawings with work by contemporary artists.
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Portland mayor rescinds controversial proclamation
The move comes 3 weeks after former Boston Mayor Marty Walsh rescinded a similar proclamation that stirred tensions rooted in a historical conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
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Portland landlord sues city to prevent new ordinance from revealing rents
The lawsuit argues that information about rents amounts to trade secrets that could be used by other landlords in a competitive rental market.
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Lives Lost: Bob O’Donnell, 92, retired district chief for Portland Fire Department
He and his wife, Betty, both tested positive for COVID-19 on Feb. 4. She has recovered, but he died in late March.
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Vandals damage more than 150 gravesites at Evergreen Cemetery in Portland
The extent of the damage indicates that it occurred over several days, and police are asking for the public’s help.
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West End resident organizing effort to rescind neighborhood’s historic designation
The request to dissolve the West End Historic District comes as city councilors reconsider a new historic district across the peninsula on Munjoy Hill.
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Facing opposition from riders, Metro pauses plans for new Portland bus loop
The public transit agency says it will suspend planning for a new loop around the Portland peninsula to focus on an upcoming regional transit overhaul.
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Rent relief slowly making its way to Maine tenants and landlords
The latest 2 federal stimulus packages have earmarked a total of $352 million for Maine to keep tenants housed and cover amounts owed to landlords and utility providers.
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With questions about federal funding, Portland delays budget presentation
The city says it needs more time to confirm guidance about permitted uses of American Rescue Plan funds.
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Restaurants’ complaints lead Portland to look at regulating food delivery services
Two city councilors are drafting a proposal to require third-party food delivery services to have a formal agreement with the restaurants before offering delivery.