The Portland Planning Board may vote Tuesday on the proposed 54-unit condo development near the Presumpscot River Preserve, but financial and environmental concerns could come into play.
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Future of Portland’s new police oversight board depends on bargaining with police unions
Some city leaders are concerned that the oversight board, designed to give more power to non-officers, won’t be what they expected when police unions finish giving their input.
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They’re the last cobblers left in Maine — and they’re busier than ever
The cobbling tradition is being carried on by a half-dozen people in Maine, but most of them plan to retire or cut back their hours in the next few years.
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Lost your ring at the beach or lake? Ring Finders of Maine can help you find it
‘It’s really clear that they just love to help people,’ said a Sabattus woman whose engagement ring was recovered by the group.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Local & State, News
Auburn rail line to Portland should be a trail, lawmakers told
Opponents of the proposal to create a 26-mile bicycle and pedestrian trail along the route say the tracks should stay in place in case passenger rail service returns.
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1 dead, 4 injured in Portland house fire
The fire on Olympia Street was reported just after 1 a.m. Thursday.
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How the pandemic reshaped Portland’s restaurant scene
Exactly five years ago, the onset of COVID in Maine, and its aftermath, caused a period of intense turnover in the restaurant industry. It continues today.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Leslie Bridgers, Local & State
A look at Portland restaurants that opened and closed post-COVID
Five trends and takeaways from data on the city’s restaurant turnover.
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Expansion of Wells train station underway
While Downeaster service will continue through the construction, passengers will be directed to a temporary platform, and traffic in the parking lot will be reorganized.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Portland Meetings: March 5-12
Municipal meetings for the city of Portland.