Several proposals call for higher state reimbursement, as well as other changes to rental rates, eligibility and administrative support.
Rachel Ohm
Staff Writer
Rachel covers state government and politics for the Portland Press Herald. It’s her third beat at the paper after stints covering City Hall and education. Prior to her arrival at the Press Herald in the summer of 2019, Rachel worked at the Morning Sentinel in Waterville, covering Franklin and Somerset counties, and the Knoxville News Sentinel in Knoxville, Tennessee, covering higher education. She has a master’s degree in journalism from New York University and when she’s not writing and reporting enjoys running, cooking and traveling to new places.
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Portland police investigating suspicious death on Fore River Parkway
A man who has been living in a tent near where the death was discovered said he heard a gunshot in the area Wednesday afternoon.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine
Portland Council renews liquor license for Pat’s Pizza despite police concerns
The hearing was only the second time since 2014 that the police department has recommended not renewing a liquor license.
Posted inMaine
Is Portland’s rent control ordinance working?
Two years after its passage, proponents say rent control is helping prevent large increases. Critics say the rules are confusing and have been a challenge for landlords.
Posted inHealth, Maine
Panel recommends increases in funding, benefits to boost EMS in Maine
A report from the Blue Ribbon Commission to Study Emergency Medical Services calls for more than $70 million in state funding per year.
Posted inMaine, Nation / World, News
$1.35 billion Mega Millions lottery ticket sold in Lebanon, Maine
The York County town was abuzz Saturday with excitement and speculation about who hit the jackpot.
Posted inMaine
More than 2 months after Portland man’s disappearance, family still desperate for answers
The investigation into the disappearance of Samuel Mugisha, 21, is ongoing, according to police, while his family is growing more worried about where he might be.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Abuse alleged in home of Edgecomb toddler who was killed Christmas Day
Two days after the death of Makinzlee Handrahan, her mother filed paperwork seeking protection from a man she described as ‘verbally, mentally and physically abusive.’
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
For power restoration crews, storm response was ‘all hands on deck’ over holiday weekend
About 3,300 workers, including linemen, tree-cutting crews and office staff, have been working 17-hour days to restore power to more than 300,000 Maine homes.
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Bullets found in child’s bedroom after gunfire in Kennedy Park
No injuries were reported after bullets were fired into an apartment at 11 Kennedy Park around 10 p.m. Wednesday, police said.