Several proposals call for higher state reimbursement, as well as other changes to rental rates, eligibility and administrative support.
Rachel Ohm
Staff Writer
Rachel covers state government and politics for the Portland Press Herald. It’s her third beat at the paper after stints covering City Hall and education. Prior to her arrival at the Press Herald in the summer of 2019, Rachel worked at the Morning Sentinel in Waterville, covering Franklin and Somerset counties, and the Knoxville News Sentinel in Knoxville, Tennessee, covering higher education. She has a master’s degree in journalism from New York University and when she’s not writing and reporting enjoys running, cooking and traveling to new places.
Posted inMaine
Portland is officially hiring for city manager position
The city has begun advertising for the job and plans to do an initial review of applications on Feb. 16.
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Posted inMaine
Portland police investigating suspicious death on Fore River Parkway
A man who has been living in a tent near where the death was discovered said he heard a gunshot in the area Wednesday afternoon.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Portland Council renews liquor license for Pat’s Pizza despite police concerns
The hearing was only the second time since 2014 that the police department has recommended not renewing a liquor license.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine
String of commercial burglaries reported in Portland
Police said burglars broke into 5 businesses and stole cash and copper.
Posted inMaine
Portland’s city arborist reflects on 34 years of service
Jeff Tarling plans to retire at the end of the month from his job overseeing forestry and horticulture for the city of Portland.
Posted inMaine
Is Portland’s rent control ordinance working?
Two years after its passage, proponents say rent control is helping prevent large increases. Critics say the rules are confusing and have been a challenge for landlords.
Posted inHealth, Maine
Panel recommends increases in funding, benefits to boost EMS in Maine
A report from the Blue Ribbon Commission to Study Emergency Medical Services calls for more than $70 million in state funding per year.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Cumberland County police investigating vandalism, theft crime spree
They anticipate charging several young people in connection with more than 50 crimes across a half-dozen communities.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Police identify two killed in Bangor murder-suicide
The Office of Chief Medical Examiner said Ariah Jacques, 24, was shot in a homicide and John Neff, 57, died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.