Officials said they want to separate a proposed Payment-In-Lieu of Taxes policy from a controversy over recent assessing decisions that have impacted the tax-exempt status of several organizations.
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Smorgasbord of weather expected in Maine this week
Snow on Tuesday, warmth on Wednesday, a cold spell Thursday and the potential for a wintry mix Friday could all give way to a warm weekend.
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Freedom rejects proposal to resolve $45k road lawsuit
The case will go to trial if a compromise is not reached.
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Acadia National Park temporarily closes 3 trails for peregrine falcon nesting
Human activity can cause the bird species, which is considered endangered in Maine, to abandon their nests.
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South Portland is finding creative ways to fill vacant spaces
Businesses are reimagining land use in South Portland.
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Man accused of assaulting security guard at One City Center
Portland police said they found and arrested the suspect over an hour later on Marginal Way.
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Young skier injured on trail at Black Mountain in Rumford
The child, who was skiing Saturday with family, is being treated at Maine Medical Center in Portland.
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Is it legal to lower the minimum wage in Maine? | Fact brief
Maine’s minimum wage is $15.10 as of 2026; it is automatically adjusted annually based on the cost of living.
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Taj launching South Portland brunch cafe to fund its free meals program
Cobblestone Coffee & Co. aims to open mid-April.
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6 Maine events this week include Freeport Chocolate Festival, Michael Carbonaro
‘Like Flies: A Rage Play’ opens at Portland Stage.