The Preble Street Chapel, built in 1851, was torn down over the weekend to make way for an expanded child care center and affordable housing.
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.
Posted inMaine, News
Portland to consider placing further limits on local cooperation with ICE
Councilors plan to vote on language similar to what has been approved in Lewiston and Rockland, which extends limitations to all city staff.
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Portland sets registration deadline for owners of vacant storefronts
Downtown property owners with a vacancy of 6 months or greater face a $500 fine unless granted a waiver.
Posted inMaine, News
Casco Bay Lines looking to increase passenger fares — again
The ferry service is considering a 21% increase to its peak-season ticket price after raising fares for vehicles in 2025 and for passengers in 2024.
Posted inMaine, News
Portland housing complex will move forward after judge sides with developer
The developer of the 50-unit Belfort Landing project, which was on hold due to a lawsuit from neighbors, plans to begin excavation work this week.
Posted inMaine, News
Judge rules against Portland landlord for repeated rent control violations
Tenants’ rights advocates say the win is vindicating, while an attorney for Geoffrey Rice says they plan to appeal further.
Posted inMaine, News
Despite Portland lobbying, Legislature will not take up tax exemption issue
Leaders of nonprofit organizations that have lost tax-exempt status are going back to the drawing board after an effort to remedy the situation through legislation is dead — for now.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Portland police’s use of encrypted messaging app is raising concerns in the city, courtroom
City leaders say they’re considering a review of the department’s use of Signal and its auto-delete function. The police chief says his officers are acting in accordance with state law.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, News
Portland Planning Board opposes buffer for large music venues
The board’s vote is only a recommendation to the City Council. But if the buffer is approved, it would scuttle a 3,300-seat venue proposed by Live Nation.
Posted inMaine, News
Study: Portland a top 10 small U.S. city for careers, thanks to quality of life, job market
Maine’s largest city ranked 10th in a recent study of cities with fewer than 250,000 people for career opportunities.