The man allegedly also told the female student to ‘go back to your country.’
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Six of 18 arrested during July protest waive arraignment
The protesters, who blocked a busy section of Commercial Street on July 15, are due back in court in October.
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Fans of Portland park take dim view of condo project planned on Munjoy Hill
Residents hope to negotiate changes with the developer of a complex on Sheridan Street that would block scenic views from Fort Sumner Park.
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Why did paper ignore Portland’s Greener Cleaner until its demise?
As the owner of Portland’s Greener Cleaner, I am writing in response to your July 29 article on the closing of our business. I cannot help but wonder why, when we opened Portland’s Greener Cleaner 4½ years ago, your newspaper completely ignored us, despite our numerous news releases. Now, I cannot help but notice the […]
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For now, Portland will not act on zoning complaints against short-term rentals
City Manager Jon Jennings asks the Housing Committee to fast-track a policy to deal with rentals like those offered through online sites such as Airbnb.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Cross Insurance Arena reduced losses to $85,000 in last fiscal year
Trustees of the county-owned building hope that the big drop from a $600,000 loss in 2014-15 creates ‘momentum’ that will lead to a profit this year.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Famed Asylum graffiti wall in Portland bites the dust
With a couple of swipes by an excavator’s jaws, the famed mural that has adorned the rear wall of the nightclub and concert venue comes tumbling down.
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WMTW becomes first Portland TV station to add 4 p.m. newscast
Beginning Sept. 6, the ABC affiliate will have 2½ hours of local news from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Fix property tax, build transportation system to make Maine work for Mainers
We must take steps to stimulate stagnant wages and build a sustainable economy across the state.
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Portland launches campaign to clean up West Bayside
The city is tackling longstanding social problems using police, better lighting, outreach and more to help restore order.