People gathered in Lincoln Park on Friday night to show support for citizens of Portland, Oregon, where federal authorities have tried to quell protests with violence.
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Cape Elizabeth committee to help council eliminate racism, inequality
The Civil Rights Committee will be asked to review town policies and recommend changes to promote equity and inclusion.
City Hall protesters demand eviction freeze, support for those without homes
Organizers reiterate their demands at a news conference Friday night as they began their third night of sleeping in the plaza.
Fire damages Portland home, displaces 3 residents
One firefighter is taken to a hospital, but is treated and released.
Drifters Wife closes permanently, a victim of the pandemic
The owners of Drifters Wife, a nationally acclaimed Portland restaurant, announced Friday that they are closing the restaurant for good.
Nearly 4 million gallons of wastewater discharged into Casco Bay
The discharge during a power outage prompted the closure of Portland’s East End Beach.
Portland to renew effort to craft budget
The state gave municipalities more time to prepare spending plans because of the pandemic.
Portland businesses feeling the pain from fitness classes held in closed street
The city agreed to close part of Cove Street to give Beacon Community Fitness space for classes, but nearby businesses are crying foul, saying they weren’t consulted or notified.
‘Sleep-out’ protest over lack of housing, services continues at Portland City Hall
Organizers extend the demonstration through Thursday night and increase demands to help Portland’s homeless population.
‘Sleep out’ protest on steps of City Hall highlights Portland’s housing crunch
Activists organized Wednesday night’s demonstration to call for more access to safe and affordable housing, at a time when the city is operating 3 overnight shelters and housing as many as 200 people in hotels.