State and local officials have worked to address the spill of toxic firefighting foam at the former naval air station, but residents and environmental advocates have lingering questions.
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Posted inMaine
South Portland plans to replace Pearl Street Pump Station
South Portland’s wastewater infrastructure — like many towns in the state — is in dire need of an upgrade. The resulting project could double sewer rates.
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Posted inTimes Record
Midcoast Youth Center setting up students for success as school returns
The eighth annual Set for Success, hosted by the Midcoast Youth Center and Skatepark, returns to Morse High School this Sunday to equip students for a strong start to the school year.
Posted inMaine
Scarborough 5K will benefit South Portland Food Cupboard
For the 15th year, the Knights of Columbus 5K will fill the streets of Scarborough.
Posted inBoston Celtics, Sports
Celtics ownership officially changes hands
Bill Chisholm finalizes a deal to take control of the team from Wyc Grousbec.
Posted inLetters
Welcome to the rules of ‘Trumpball’ | Letter
Philosophies and beliefs evolve into religious, political and social systems, frequently combining. In every instance, with every “ism,” sect or split amongst them, each comes to create order, rules they commit to abide by. The most successful recognize the rights of the others to have differences of opinion and policy, and to self-govern by their […]
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine
14-year-old arrested after 2 Rangeley fires
One fire was at a house Friday, the other at an apartment on Aug. 9.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Oyster farmer, former Marine enters U.S. Senate race against Susan Collins
Graham Platner, a Democrat from Hancock County, joins a growing list of mostly little-known candidates to challenge Collins, who is seeking a 6th term.
Posted inMaine, News
Auburn Council votes for moratorium on needle exchange programs
Officials supported a 6-month moratorium, but it won’t take effect until a second vote in September.
Posted inTimes Record
Where community grows: Home is where your local farmers market is
There’s something special about the way the morning feels at the Brunswick farmers market. Maybe it’s the scent of basil mixing with mouthwatering smells coming from Taco the Town. Maybe it’s the way toddlers zig-zag between tables of sunflowers and early apples, giggling and playing while their parents chat with neighbors. Maybe it’s getting to talk […]