A malfunction with the TSA’s screening equipment could lead to longer wait times at security checkpoints. Making some changes here.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Portland envisions its waterfront without Nova Scotia ferry service
Bay Ferries Ltd. wants to invest in a move to Bar Harbor, where it would base its service to Canada. That ‘likely’ scenario would cost the city some revenue, while opening up opportunities.
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Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State, News
Pilot of Saudi royal family jet arrested at Bangor airport
Police learned that one of 4 pilots on the Saudi-owned Boeing 767 was wanted in Florida for felony theft, and arrested him.
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Portland launches smartphone parking option Saturday
Drivers can now pay for parking spaces using an app that lets them know when their time – still limited to 2 hours – is about to run out.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Portland, Old Orchard managers: Push lawmakers to fund road projects
A $100 million bond bill needs to be on the ballot or much-needed rehabilitation measures are in jeopardy.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Snapped utility pole closes Forest Avenue
A one-car crash broke a utility pole, and crews from Central Maine Power are expected to work until around 5 p.m. to fix it, potentially slowing the evening commute.
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Head-on crash involving 4 vehicles injures 2 people in Kennebunk
The collision injured 2 people and shut down Fletcher Street this morning for more than 2 hours.
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Downeaster rail pass offers low-cost service between 6 stations in Maine
The $19 pass covers 10 one-way trips over a week and is geared toward tourists, who can travel between stops that are a short distance from a downtown or an attraction.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Should mass transport be in private hands?
An Uber role in developing aerial ride sharing and a Los Angeles tunnel built by Elon Musk could cause more problems than they solve.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Islesboro selectman: Town doesn’t benefit from MDOT’s increased ferry rate
Higher ticket prices and the higher cost of goods could eventually become unaffordable and force families to leave.