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Local & State

New software delays mailing of Portland property tax bills

by Staff Report August 14, 2018August 14, 2018

The bills will likely be sent the week of Aug. 20 and are due Sept. 14.

Local & State, News

Manhole explosion shuts down busy intersection near Old Port

by Dennis Hoey August 14, 2018August 14, 2018

The blast, inside an underground electrical vault, closes the intersection of Center, York and Fore streets.

Local & State, News

Fear about putting immigrants at risk delays action on non-citizen voting rights

by Randy Billings August 14, 2018August 14, 2018

Portland city councilors decide to take more time to address concerns that extending voting rights to some non-citizens could put them at risk of being targeted.

Business, Local & State

Massive boat lift newest development on Portland’s working waterfront

by Peter McGuire August 14, 2018August 15, 2018

A 330-metric ton boat crane will be used at a planned maintenance shed, part of the Canal Landing marine complex on West Commercial Street.

Food

Drifters Wife named one of Bon Appetit’s ‘Hot 10’

by Meredith Goad August 14, 2018August 14, 2018

Bon Appetit bestowed the honor on Drifters Wife on Tuesday, a week after naming Portland Restaurant City of the Year.

Local & State, News, Politics

Council puts off giving non-citizens right to vote in Portland municipal elections

by Randy Billings August 13, 2018August 14, 2018

After 2 hours of public testimony, the Portland City Council votes to refer Councilor Pious Ali’s proposal to a committee for additional work after several groups raise concerns about privacy and unintended consequences.