The warm weather is expected to move out this evening, though, to be followed by several days of seasonable temperatures.
October 2018
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Portland councilors to hold public hearing on ideas to tighten rules for short-term rentals
The city is considering a host of proposed changes designed to restrict the number of Airbnb-style rentals, which have gained popularity through home-sharing websites.
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Posted inCops & Courts, Maine
Skowhegan police: Lock your doors, windows following recent burglaries
Thirteen homes, businesses and vehicles have been broken into since last Friday, prompting the advisory.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Dow loses 831 points as investors dump tech stocks
As the industrial average falls 3.1%, the Nasdaq drops 4.1% and the S&P loses 3.3%.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Collins joins Democrats in backing measure to halt Trump administration’s short-term health plans
But the measure still fails on a 50-50 vote, leaving intact lower-cost health insurance plans that critics say don’t protect people with pre-existing conditions
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Apartment complex at Scarborough Downs approved
The Planning Board votes unanimously to authorize a major redevelopment of the 500-acre property that was purchased by developers this year.
Posted inMaine, Nation & World
Hampden Academy graduate among those killed in New York limo crash
Michael Ukaj, a 2002 graduate of the school, was a former Marine.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Disruptions to Maine fuel supplies not expected in wake of refinery explosion
Maine energy officials say the explosion and fire at the Irving refinery in Saint John, New Brunswick, is not likely to cause broad problems here.
Posted inElection 2018, Maine, Politics
Watch video: Candidates for governor spar over climate change, abortion
A largely cordial race turns lively as all four candidates to succeed Gov. Paul LePage confront hot-button issues to set themselves apart from their rivals.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine
Dead inmate at Kennebec County jail identified as Skowhegan man
The sheriff’s office says the cause of death of Moises Pujols, 34, remains under investigation pending autopsy results.