U.S. District Judge John Woodcock rules against many of the company’s arguments but leaves open the question of whether the ban on crude oil exports interferes with interstate commerce.
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South Portland wrestles with safety of Willard Beach stairs
Issues with the stairs were brought to the city’s attention by residents.
New South Portland hotel, restaurants open near Maine Mall
The 98-room Tru by Hilton and a CarMax location are now operating on Maine Mall Road.
South Portland panel finalizes recommendations for old public works site
The former public works complex on O’Neil Street should be redeveloped into housing that fits the neighborhood and is energy efficient, the committee says.
Blaze destroys South Portland garage; firefighter hurt in fall on ice
The fire, which did not spread to the house, is under control within a half-hour.
South Portland to study aquaculture potential of city-owned pier
Consultants will survey existing pier facilities on Portland Harbor and assess potential demand from a booming aquaculture industry.
Mainers flock to stores 2 days before Christmas
Despite freezing rain and icy conditions, they hit the roads to do last-minute shopping.
Health violations temporarily closed Charleys sub shop at Maine Mall
The counter-service chain restaurant was open Friday but was closed several days this month after the South Portland health inspector found cockroaches.
Last-minute shoppers jam stores and roads as messy mix of snow and ice bears down on Maine
The snow was expected to give way Saturday morning to freezing rain that could coat southern and central Maine with as much as one-third of an inch of ice.
Entrepreneur converts old South Portland oil tank into ‘damn cool’ storage container
Instead of fuels or chemicals, Ben Davis is filling his tank with luxury boats and classic cars.