Avesta Housing has received an occupancy permit for West End II and will begin moving asylum seekers in within a few weeks.
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Communities recognizing homelessness isn’t just a Portland problem
Scarborough, South Portland and Westbrook are all taking action to address the homelessness crisis that has largely been left to Portland to handle.
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Residents split on Hallowell’s proposed pesticide ordinance
If passed, the ordinance would prohibit synthetic pesticides on private property and all pesticides within 75 feet of any body of water.
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Maine considers steeper fines to deter distracted driving
Since Maine’s hands-free driving law took effect in 2019, more than 3,000 drivers have received tickets each year. A legislative bill would increase penalties from $85 to $500 for a first offense and from $325 to $1,000 for a second offense.
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Maine lawmakers to consider statewide ban on flavored tobacco products
State Sen. Jill Duson, D-Portland, is expected to submit a bill this week after South Portland, Portland, Brunswick and Bangor approved city bans.
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Christmas tree demand remains high despite inflation
Americans are cutting back on spending in some areas this holiday season
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Diocese names Christmas Card Contest winners
Bishop Robert Deeley has announced the winners of the Diocese of Portland’s Christmas Card Art Contest, conducted by the diocese’s Office of Development. All Catholic school and faith formation students throughout the diocese were invited to participate in the contest. Each submission featured original creations by the artists reflecting a passage from Scripture, with one […]
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Miss Apple Blossom pageant crowns 11 winners
LISBON — The third annual Miss Apple Blossom pageant was held Nov. 5 at the Lisbon United Methodist Church. Eleven winners from different age groups were crowned; they will compete in the 15th annual Maine Academic Scholarship Pageant. This is the largest fundraiser for Crossroads Youth Center, a nonprofit charitable organization, and is scheduled to […]
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Coalition of towns hopes to raise money to house asylum seekers
The Greater Portland Council of Governments is trying to fundraise $2 million for a 200-unit transitional housing community.
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With online deals the new norm, Black Friday shopping slows in Maine
Despite higher household expenses, the National Retail Federation expects this weekend to break records as more than 166 million people shop online or in stores.