Parks officials have discovered a potentially toxic algae in the upper and lower ponds of the popular dog-walking spot.
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Algae bloom at South Portland ponds could be toxic for dogs
The ponds at Hinckley Park will be closed until further notice.
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Cape, SoPotland, Scarborough voters to decide on school budget, Democratic primaries
CUMBERLAND COUNTY — Voters in Cape Elizabeth, Scarborough and South Portland will be at the polls on July 14 to decide a number of local and state issues, including school budgets and two primary races for state legislative seats. Officials in all three communities have said they are processing far more absentee ballots this year, […]
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SoPo crosswalks show pride in LGBTQ community
The city has painted three crosswalks rainbow colors to honor Pride month.
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For her, SoPo Human Rights Commission project a labor of love
South Portland resident Margaret Brownlee wanted to do something to participate in the growing national anti-racism movement, and some independent research has led to a project that will create the city’s first human rights commission.
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State begins universal testing for COVID-19 at Long Creek
One of the youth detention center’s residents tested positive Friday.
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City to help South Portland Food Cupboard get around access problem
The Food Cupboard has been on a street that can’t allow buses, which its director says might be stopping as many as 100 families from getting assistance.
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South Portland restaurant closes temporarily after worker tests positive
Moe’s Original Bar B Que made the announcement Wednesday after a part-time employee, who hasn’t worked in over a week, tested positive for the coronavirus.
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Southern Maine Community College holds virtual graduation
Maine’s oldest community college awards more than 1,000 degrees and certificates at its 73rd commencement ceremony.
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In South Portland: An emotional but peaceful march for black lives
On Wednesday, a handful of high school students in South Portland set up a group on social media to stage a protest march. A day later, hundreds of people joined them.