Before he died Sunday, the 9-year-old received more than 66,000 cards, gifts and video messages from around the world.
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Two injured in crash on Portland’s Congress Street
A driver suffered a medical problem and passed out, sideswiping a second vehicle and hitting a utility pole.
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Portland council extends city manager’s contract, with incentives to stay longer
Jon Jennings’ three-year extension includes many benefits that build up over time.
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Portland to require prevailing wage for workers on developments that get tax breaks
The City Council also grants $6.5 million in tax breaks to two affordable housing projects that could add 135 units, more than half of which would be considered affordable.
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Board chairwoman says Portland schools working to close academic gap
Anna Trevorrow’s State of the Schools address outlines efforts to improve test scores, add staff training, pass policies to condemn hate speech and protect the rights of transgender students.
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Portland approves senior tax relief program
It will provide tax rebates of up to $600 for city residents between the ages of 62 and 65, while those over 65 could receive up to $900.
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Portland police identify man arrested after Old Port shooting
Police say Joseph Gonzalez had a handgun with an altered serial number and a small amount of cocaine, but he has not been charged in connection with the shooting.
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Land transfer to benefit USM in roundabout way
The single-lane roundabout will be constructed at the intersection of Brighton Avenue, Deering Avenue and Falmouth Street starting in 2019.
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Two proposed housing projects in Portland poised for $6.5 million in tax breaks
The Portland Housing Authority and Avesta Housing proposals for Boyd Street and Cumberland Avenue, respectively, would create 135 units.
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Portland vigil remembers slain transgender individuals
About 75 people gather in Monument Square for the day of remembrance.