Orrington worries about financial loss from trash plant sale
The announcement earlier this week that the waste-to-energy plant would go on the auction block has Orrington officials concerned about the
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City of Portland to meet Monday to discuss emergency shelter plan
If approved, the city would share operation of the 24-hour shelter at 166 Riverside Industrial Parkway. Read More
Read MoreLewiston shelter project in peril as state says deadline for funding has passed
Lewiston officials postponed a vote on the shelter proposal this week after saying the shelter application from the Lewiston Housing
Read MorePicker House Lofts “wall breaking” signals further development of affordable apartments in Lewiston
Ceremonial kickoff for anchor project of Lewiston’s riverfront redevelopment plan has been years in the making.Read More
Read MoreDemolition of former B&M Baked Beans factory begins
PORTLAND, Maine — Demolition has begun at the historic former B&M Baked Beans factory in Portland. The building was sold
Read MoreAuburn Planning Board forwards agricultural zone proposal that appears to have broad support
The new zoning language would replace the long-held income standard with what many said is a “viable alternative,” which ties
Read MorePortland looks for answers as new homeless encampments pop up around the city
With people living in at least 130 tents scattered throughout the city, officials have planned a listening session for next
Read MoreMaine eviction filings surge as housing gets pricer
Eviction filings in Maine have increased by more than 50 percent in the first few months of this year. More
Read MoreAsylum Seekers Staying in Sanford Inn Will Soon Have to Find Another Place To Stay
As funding runs out for General Assistance vouchers, asylum seekers occupying about 30 rooms of the Sanford Inn will soon
Read MoreStandish will sell donated land to soccer club for $1, ending dispute
Walter Butler donated the 22-acre parcel to the town in 2014 with the intent that it be used for soccer
Read MoreSmall Landlords in Portland Speak Out Ahead of Rent Control Referendum
Portland residents will have the opportunity to vote Tuesday on a referendum, Question A, that would amend the city’s current
Read MoreAuburn council approves placing several properties on the market
Many of the 11 city-owned lots have previously been considered non-conforming due to zoning rules, and sat idle.Read More
Read MoreMechanic Falls council OKs bid for foreclosed property
MECHANIC FALLS — The Town Council on Monday night accepted the high bid of $40,400 for the .7 acre lot
Read MoreLandlords, Realtors ramp up spending ahead of rent control referendum
Backers of Question A, which would remove the 5% cap on rent increases when apartments turn over, have raised and
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