Bridgton and Raymond will hold town-wide revaluations in 2025, the former during the first half of the year, the latter stretching into 2026.
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Kennebunk voters to decide on noise ordinance next month
An updated noise ordinance would allow for police to take action against excessive noise earlier than 10 pm.
Jean-Marie Le Pen, founder of France’s far-right National Front, dies
The polarizing figure was known for antisemitic and sometimes racist rhetoric – on immigration, Islam, Holocaust denial and more.
Judge who dismissed Trump documents case pauses release of special counsel report
U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon temporarily barred Jack Smith and Attorney General Merrick Garland from ‘releasing, sharing, or transmitting’ the long-awaited report or any drafts or conclusions from it.
Biden administration bans unpaid medical bills from appearing on credit reports
The change is estimated to raise the credit scores of more than 15 million Americans by an average 20 points and could lead to 22,000 additional mortgages being approved every year.
Maine Commercial Real Estate Transactions: December 2024
Broker submitted sales and leases for land, industrial, office, retail and more.
This South Portland couple starts the morning right
Homemade yogurt is a revelation. Paired with homemade granola and Maine blueberries, it’s a ‘beautiful bowl of Maine.’
Letter: Doing things the Maine way
I have spent the last several months as a full-time Uber driver. I have given 722 rides in two months with Uber, almost all within the greater Portland area, and down to Old Orchard Beach/Scarborough/Biddeford — generally within a 30- to 40-mile radius. In that time, I have been given all five stars for my […]
Letter: Race preview good for a chuckle
I really enjoyed the Dec. 29 article “Here’s what to look for as Maine’s 2026 race for governor takes shape” as great comedy. I especially loved the part about prospective candidates (for a race two years away) having conversations with a “wide range of people.” The article goes on to say that those being consulted […]
Letter: Ski trails closure serves as a reminder
Conserving green spaces like Smiling Hill Farm should always be a top priority.