More than two dozen people voice support for banning the use of pesticides in Portland, but they split over whether to back a measure adopted by South Portland or one drafted by a city task force.
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Innovators look to technology for ways to tackle opioid crisis
Panelists at the fourth annual Maine Startup and Create Week conference in Portland seek new solutions for the treatment and prevention of abuse.
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Two crime profilers for Anthony Sanborn Jr. say clues suggest a serial killer
Preliminary reports filed in court say evidence in the 1989 murder of Jessica L. Briggs points away from the man who was imprisoned for 25 years in the case.
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LearningWorks awarded grants for after-school programs in Portland and Biddeford
The grants total more than $499,000 a year for three years, the nonprofit announced Tuesday.
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Florida man pleads guilty to using stolen credit card numbers in Maine
Yaisder Herrera Gargallo, 24, of Miami faces up to seven years in federal prison, the U.S. Attorney’s Office says.
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Portland passes stricter rules for golf carts on Casco Bay islands
The City Council also opens up 30 additional parking spaces on Fore Street for islanders, who have complained about a loss of access to parking.
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Judge rejects Portland landlord’s request for a new trial in fatal fire case
Gregory Nisbet is expected to file appeals of his conviction and sentence with the Maine Supreme Judicial Court within three weeks.
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Mainland parking near ferry, vital to island life, drying up in Portland
As development and other activity eat up spaces, city officials try to help those who need to park vehicles on the waterfront before the crossing home.
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Tall ship regatta coming to Portland Harbor
Five stately schooners will compete and cruise during next weekend’s festival.
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Pride Portland parade sends message of love, not politics
Thousands of people watch and take part in the annual parade along Congress Street.