Much of my legislative work is dedicated to ensuring access to justice for all people in Maine. Access to justice includes strengthening the right to representation by a lawyer in a criminal trial even if you cannot afford to pay for one yourself, as guaranteed by the Sixth Amendment. Maine has made good, bipartisan progress […]
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South Portland slaps Portland jetport with tree violation notices
Maine’s largest airport cleared trees without the city’s permission and may have to replace them, pay fines or take the matter to court.
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Elevation Burger closes all three Maine locations
The national chain has struggled financially in recent years.
Posted inCommunity News
Longhorn Steakhouse in South Portland reopens for to-go orders after roof collapse
Longhorn Steakhouse at the Maine Mall in South Portland is once again taking to-go orders as crews work to repair the restaurant following a roof collapse on March 28. While the dining room will remain closed, Longhorn Steakhouse resumed operations on Monday to begin taking online orders. The city’s code, health and fire inspection team […]
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Mainers could see higher taxes if US cuts local bond exemptions
Officials say removing the exemptions to reduce federal spending would dramatically increase the cost of borrowing money, raising the cost of projects and the burden on taxpayers.
Posted inLocal & State
From Augusta: A fork in the road for Gorham and Scarborough
What kind of future do we want for our communities? This is a question that I ask myself regularly as I represent my community in Augusta, and one that drove me to introduce a bill to reconnect the land set aside for the Gorham Connector with its original owners. Why did I introduce this bill? […]
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Maine’s Catholic diocese is tapping into solar power
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland has leased land to solar developers to build what are believed to be the first arrays on church property in the state.
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South Portland to host Earth Day Resource Fair at Mill Creek Park
The event will provide education and entertainment on April 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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South Portland School Board member resigns
Jennifer Ryan has served on the board since 2021.
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Longhorn Steakhouse ceiling collapses during dinner service in South Portland
‘We are fortunate that no one was seriously injured,’ said South Portland Fire Chief Phil Selberg, who estimated 150 people were in the restaurant when part of the ceiling fell.