The panel votes 6-1 against recommending the moratorium to the City Council, which has the final say on the matter.
Kelley Bouchard
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Kelley writes about Maine businesses large and small, focusing on economic development, workforce initiatives and the state’s leading business organizations. Her wider experience includes municipal and state government, immigration, education, transportation, history, human rights, health and elder care, the environment and the housing crisis. A Maine native and University of Maine graduate, she was a college intern for two summers at the former Lewiston Evening Journal. She previously worked at the Ipswich Chronicle, Beverly Times and Salem Evening News in Massachusetts. Favorite pastimes include gardening, cooking, streaming foreign TV series and kayaking at camp.
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South Portland moves to block propane depot at Rigby Yard
The City Council directs municipal staffers to develop a fire code amendment that would prevent propane facilities from being built near ‘critical infrastructure.’
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New, racy restaurant near Maine Mall may test local sensibilities
Server/entertainers wear scanty Scottish-themed ‘costumes’ at Tilted Kilt, but some say that’s their choice, and the owner says there’s much more to the experience.
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South Portland code enforcement official rejects propane depot proposal
The decision follows nearly a year of controversy and comes as officials consider a moratorium on liquefied petroleum gas storage and distribution facilities.
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Mainers take cold dip at Old Orchard Beach for Special Olympics
The Lobster Dip, held at The Brunswick, raises about $110,000 for the Maine chapter.
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South Portland mayor urges fellow councilors to be more respectful
Mayor Tom Blake responds to signs of growing conflict on the council and in the community over a proposed propane depot.
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Yacht built in East Boothbay wins prestigious 628-mile Australian race
The monohull Comanche and its crew conquer difficult conditions to finish first.
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January hearing set for proposed gas storage moratorium in South Portland
NGL Terminal Supply Co. delays a hearing on its propane depot proposal for Rigby Yard until February.
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Cape Elizabeth gun club allowed to use outdoor pistol range
The Spurwink Rod & Gun Club has addressed safety issues on the 25-yard range, but improvements are still needed on two other ranges.
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Portland’s Deering Oaks pond to be ready for ice skaters after all
The city starts refilling the pond after an improvement project is finished ahead of schedule.