Jake Viola, a council candidate in 2024, has also announced intentions to run for the District 4 seat.
Andrew Rice
Staff Writer
Andrew Rice is a staff writer at the Press Herald covering the city of Portland. He's been working in journalism since 2012, joining the Sun Journal in 2017, then the Press Herald in 2026. He lives in Portland with his wife, two daughters and two dogs. In his spare time, he plays guitar in a Portland-based rock band and listens to hockey podcasts. Andrew is a graduate of the University of Southern Maine in Media Studies.
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Portland plans to expand metered parking, add Sundays
Councilors are already hearing from constituents regarding the proposal to add Sundays, which has historically been a day of rest for wallets.
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Portland’s Riverton pool overhaul will take another $1.5 million to complete
It’s been 3 years since the community pool closed. City officials say the funding is worth it to finally restore the resource.
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Is a Portland rule requiring affordable units slowing down real housing growth?
A 10-year retrospective on the city’s inclusionary zoning policy requiring large developments to have a percentage of affordable units suggests stricter regulations stalled production. Councilors will now consider scaling back.
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How a dangerous Portland intersection is sparking debate about pedestrian safety
After a deadly year for pedestrians, city officials say safer roads are a priority. That takes time and money.
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Portland getting serious about using school district central office for shelter
Staff said the larger building would accommodate more families, but as of Monday, the existing shelter was operating at 34% capacity.
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Portland council approves strengthened language on ICE cooperation
Portland is the 3rd Maine city to pass such an ordinance, which codifies and expands upon a state law that will go into effect this summer.
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How each Portland councilor voted on Live Nation music venue buffer and why
Monday’s 5-4 vote came after hours of public comment, amendment attempts and debate.
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Portland amends capital plan, cutting funds for Congress Square Park
The amendments approved Monday also bolstered funding for the city’s Public Art Committee and school building fixes.
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Portland council passes music venue buffer, placing Live Nation project in doubt
The sprawling debate Monday was framed as a precedent-setting decision for downtown Portland and its business and arts communities.