Lawmakers heard proposals for banning bump stocks and other rapid-fire devices, prohibiting untraceable ‘ghost guns’ and easing Maine’s concealed carry law.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine
Blackstones is Portland’s only gay bar, again
The marquee signs from 5 of the city’s former gay bars line the walls of this West End establishment and quietly tell the story of what Portland’s queer community has been through.
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Posted inMaine, Scarborough Leader
The Downs pivoting toward ‘the meat’ of the Scarborough downtown development
Developers plan for the town center portion of the development to evolve into a gathering space and destination for the community, with a central green surrounded by shops, restaurants, breweries and other amenities.
Posted inCops & Courts, News
Mechanic Falls man charged with arson after Pleasant Street blaze
Daniel Field, 30, lived in the home owned by his father, officials said.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Maine
Gorham councilor opposes turnpike connector; the issue is headed to Augusta
Gorham Town Council still officially supports the toll road connector. A state Transportation Committee public hearing discussing the future of the connector will take place at 1 p.m. Thursday, April 3, in Augusta and streamed online.
Posted inMaine, Scarborough Leader
Scarborough council attempts to settle light industrial district dispute
Residents in the Two Rod Road area have taken issue with industrial uses in their neighborhood, including noise complaints and expressing concerns about heightened traffic and 24/7 operating hours.
Posted inMaine, South Portland Sentry
South Portland firefighters will ‘Check for Charity’ this weekend
The eighth annual Checking for Charity hockey fundraiser, put on by South Portland firefighters, will take place on Sunday, March 30.
Posted inHealth, Leslie Bridgers, Maine
InterMed wants patients to be kinder. We need more from doctors, too.
If medical offices provided more help navigating our health care system, they might see fewer frustrated patients.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine AG says 23andMe customers should delete DNA data
Aaron Frey says deleting personal and genetic information is the best move while the company is in bankruptcy.
Posted inMaine
Everything you need to know about your Maine town meeting
Town meetings can be daunting — but they’re the best opportunity for residents to make their voices heard at the municipal level.