Driven by a desire to recognize the forgotten and bring closure to the victim’s family, police uncover a name and find Rodney Jewell’s relatives far to the north.
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Eastpoint Christian Church opens arms in new location
The church’s much-bigger space in a former big-box store includes room for a growing congregation plus an auditorium, indoor soccer field, classrooms, 100-seat cafe and more.
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Federal judge puts hold on pipeline lawsuit against South Portland
Judge John Woodcock Jr. plans telephone conferences with Portland Pipe Line Corp. and city lawyers to clarify the court’s jurisdiction in the 2-year-old case.
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Knightville neighbors blast proposed ‘industrial-size complex’ for affordable housing
Residents of the South Portland neighborhood say the five-story, 48-unit project would be too large for the increasingly popular waterfront district.
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Feature obituary: Edward Saxby Jr., elder law attorney in South Portland, at 61
Mr. Saxby was a fierce advocate of social justice causes and fought for equal rights for LGBTQ Mainers.
Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State, News
Lawyers for convicted dermatologist Joel Sabean plan appeal
They also want Joel Sabean to remain free while the appeal is pursued.
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South Portland Historical Society pitches expansion plan
The nonprofit aims to kick off a fundraising campaign this fall and build an addition to accommodate larger exhibits, more visitors and lectures about the city’s shipbuilding past.
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South Portland welcomes food trucks on limited basis
Starting May 20, the popular rolling vendors can operate daily at Bug Light Park and the Wainwright Recreation Complex.
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Feature obituary: Darren Cook, devoted son, brother and father, dies at 45
The South Portland resident is remembered as a creative and outgoing soul with a big personality and an even bigger heart.
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South Portland neighbors voice opposition to affordable housing proposal
The South Portland Housing Authority wants to build 28 affordable apartments in Thornton Heights to help address the overall lack of housing in the city.