Charge dismissed against Portland man accused of vandalizing picnic table
Christian MilNeil has denied writing an anti-police sentiment on a park table outside a public housing building in June 2020.Read
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UMaine System grad students say they’re underpaid, look to unionize
Organizers of the University of Maine Graduate Workers Union want to remedy what they say are poor pay and benefits,
Read MoreBackers of paid family leave in Maine have high hopes for new bill’s prospects
Details of the legislation were released Tuesday, and it’s now slated for a public hearing on May 25.Read More
Read MoreStandish councilor can bid on land he once donated to town
Walter Butler paid $350,000 for a rundown industrial building on the 50-acre parcel nine years ago and donated 22 acres
Read MorePortland moves up in top 10 ‘Best Places to Live’
U.S. News & World Report said Portland’s national ranking reflects its charm, a ‘do it yourself spirit,’ access to recreation
Read MoreMore dogs could show up in outdoor dining spaces. That gives some pause
The FDA’s updated food code says restaurants can allow canines if they get approval from a local regulator.Read More
Read MoreCar crashes into Gray Post Office Monday afternoon
No serious injuries were reported.Read More
Read MorePortland City Council confirms Danielle West as city manager
West, who has served as interim manager since November 2021, was approved unanimously Monday night.Read More
Read MoreStonewall Kitchen makes leadership change
Carrie McDermott has become CEO of the York-based specialty foods retailer following tenures at several large retailers. She succeeds John
Read MoreEffort to restore parole in Maine appears unlikely after committee vote
The bill was rejected 6-5 by the Legislature’s Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee and faces ongoing opposition from Gov.
Read MoreTwo people suffer cuts in Old Orchard Beach
Both individuals were taken to a hospital for treatment.Read More
Read MoreKelp dryer could allow Maine seaweed farms to triple output
The machine, developed by Ocean’s Balance, is intended to solve the exacting challenges seaweed farmers face when trying to preserve
Read MoreWoman charged with arson in Pleasant Point house fire
Two people in the house escaped, but a dog did not make it out, authorities said.Read More
Read MoreMan on fire dies in Bridgton
The man was on fire on the lawn outside his home when crews arrived Saturday.Read More
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