Officials have so far not agreed on what — if anything — needs to change to the city’s policy requiring large housing projects to have at least 25% affordable units, which developers say is stifling production.
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Vintage shop Amity’s Maine opens in downtown Portland
In the Arts District on Congress Street, the store offers a curated collection of housewares, secondhand clothing and upcycled designs.
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Kennebunk man charged with domestic violence after police standoff
The 75-year-man eventually surrendered to police after officers were called for a domestic disturbance on Caly Hollow Road.
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Animal control discussion headlines Casco town meeting
The annual meeting also featured deliberations on roads, gifts and donations.
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Approved North Yarmouth housing expansion sent back to planning board
The North Yarmouth Zoning Board of Appeals ruled that preliminary plans for the next phase of the York Ridge housing development required further review.
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History podcasts showcase local Maine history
From the coast to the mountains, these podcasts focus on centuries of history about Maine’s people and places.
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Maine announces return of summer food assistance programs
The state says about 85,000 children will be eligible for SUN Bucks.
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Maine Diner’s foreclosure auction postponed indefinitely
Jim and Karen MacNeill, owners of the iconic eatery on Route 1 in Wells, had fought to prevent the auction. Their company has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
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Gorham approves data center moratorium
It bans all large-scale data center project development in town for at least 180 days.
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Cape Elizabeth seeking solutions for spotty cell service at Fort Williams
The town is considering a number of options that wouldn’t impede views of the park and water.