The ordinance will put a 10% cap on rent increases, with exemptions, and will take effect May 27.
March 2023
NFL notebook: Patriots, DB Jalen Mills reach revised 1-year deal after expected release
Mills’ new deal is a one-year pact worth up to $6.1 million.
Bruins notebook: Despite highlight assist, Marchand a long way from 100%
Brad Marchand is showing signs of regaining his old form, but says he’s still not as sharp as usual.
Red Sox notebook: Two Red Sox make All-WBC team
Japan’s Masataka Yoshida of Japan and Chinese Taipei infielder Yu Chang are honored.
South Portland council gives final approval to changes allowing homeless shelters in city
The city itself will not be operating the shelters, and two independent groups have expressed interest but have made no immediate plans, according to City Manager Scott Morelli.
Nomination papers available for Scarborough trustee for water district
Scarborough residents will elect a Portland Water District trustee at the June 14 election. Nomination papers are available at the Scarborough Town Clerk’s Office and must be returned by April 5. The Portland Water District is governed by 11 trustees representing different municipalities, setting policies to protect water resources and keep public water clean and […]
What made Beethoven sick? DNA from his hair offers clues
Scientists find a genetic risk for liver disease, plus a liver-damaging hepatitis B infection in the last months of his life.
Former Navajo Nation President Ben Shelly dies at age 75
Shelly took over as president on the vast reservation in January 2011 after serving one term as the tribe’s vice president.
MLB notebook: After player input, MLB allows some pitch clock delays
The average time of spring training games through Monday was down 25 minutes to 2 hours, 36 minutes.
Murdaugh trial gives an 2015 unsolved death investigation a boost
Stephen Smith was found dead in the middle of a two-lane South Carolina road on July 8, 2015.