The City Council is considering various issues related to the lack of affordable rental housing in the city.
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South Portland’s pipeline lawsuit costs top $1 million
The City Council appropriates an additional $600,058 to the Clear Skies Ordinance Legal Defense Fund.
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Man arrested after armed robbery at South Portland hotel
Two guests at the Best Western told police that Michael Parker, 40, displayed a knife, assaulted one of them, took their personal property and smashed their cellphones before fleeing.
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Still looking for a Valentine’s dinner reservation?
Students from Southern Maine Community College plan seven-course dinner at the McKernan Hospitality Center.
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South Portland considers pier upgrades in hopes of aquaculture boom
The long-neglected Portland Street Pier is due for major improvements that could make it a home base for burgeoning mussel- and oyster-farming operations.
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South Portland police arrest suspect in series of car break-ins
Joshua Miller, 22, of South Portland is apprehended at a pawn shop Thursday night while trying to sell a stolen camera, police say.
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School board resignation creates a vacancy in South Portland
Libby Reynolds leaves the District 4 seat one year into a three-year term, citing mounting responsibilities as a bank vice president.
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South Portland council names two finalists for city manager
A decision to drop the requirement that the new hire live in the city draws a larger pool of candidates, including more from southern Maine.
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Two arrested in drug bust at South Portland hotel
South Portland police and the Maine Drug Enforcement Agency had been investigating drug activity in the Thornton Heights neighborhood.
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Feature obituary: Valorie Swiger, 64, foster mom to many, known for tying yellow ribbons
The South Portland resident gave a home to more than 100 children.