Richard McDowell of Portland was arrested after an altercation outside a soup kitchen on Oxford Street, according to police.
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Short-term rental operators in South Portland respond to threat of legal action
The city is among many communities worldwide, including Portland and Cape Elizabeth, wrestling with rentals listed on websites such as Airbnb and HomeAway.
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Pedestrian struck by car in Portland, seriously injured
Police are not yet releasing the name of the 46-year-old man, who was hit Friday evening near Deering Oaks.
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Maine Voices: Blood donors spread kindness to our family and beyond
Out of gratitude for the donations that gave them more time with their boy, a Portland couple pay it forward with an annual drive.
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Kicked out of Portland shelter, family pitches a tent, struggles with homelessness
As Maine experiences a surge in homeless students, Ashley Livingston and her family struggle to find housing and get ready for the new school year.
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Governor and consul general of France launch new French culture program
Alliance Francaise du Maine will begin offering French language classes and other cultural events this fall, strengthening the state’s connection to its French heritage.
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Pat’s Pizza in the Old Port has new owners
The restaurant will close Sunday night for a brief period so the new owners can reorganize and then reopen.
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Maine Supreme Court says warrant of cellphone records was legal
A lower court had ruled a search warrant for cellphone records related to a string of burglaries was not legal because of a lack of probable cause.
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Portland cathedral holds special anniversary mass
PORTLAND — The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception will host a special 150th Anniversary Mass at 10 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 8. The Cathedral, at 307 Congress St., was first dedicated in 1869 and all are invited to commemorate the history of a “magnificent symbol of faith, worship, and service,” the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland […]
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Four candidates qualify to run for Portland mayor while 5 others qualify for open council seat
The city has certified candidates for mayor, City Council and Board of Education.