Richmond to hold its annual town meeting Tuesday to review spending starting July 1.
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Maine consumer watchdog calls for investigation into Casco Bay Lines rate hikes
The Office of the Public Advocate is siding with a group of ferry customers who say that the Casco Bay Island Transit District has not adequately analyzed the impact of proposed rate increases on low-income island residents.
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Portland City Council to take final vote on $364M budget
Councilors plan to offer a series of last-minute amendments to next year’s spending plan on June 1.
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Kennebunk animal sanctuary owner feels caught in limbo over zoning compliance
Heather Lombard, owner of Scapegoats and Mousam Misfits Sanctuary, says she was told this month that her pigs and goats would have to be sent to new homes. Since then, though, she’s gotten mixed messages from the town.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Towns get new survival guide as Maine predicts spike in extreme heat
The state’s guidebook provides a framework to protect the nation’s oldest population and outdoor workers from an expected sharp rise in the number of life-threatening days with a heat index of 95 degrees or more by 2050.
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Southern Maine under several weather advisories Saturday
Whether you’re going to be 50 miles off the coast, swimming at the beach, or camping along the Saco River, the National Weather Service has a warning for you.
Posted inCommunity, News, Schools and Education
Oxford Hills superintendent departs for Yarmouth post
Superintendent Heather Manchester starts a new position July 1 as Yarmouth School Department’s assistant superintendent for teaching and learning.
Posted inCommunity
Gearing up for summer | Our Sustainable City
The South Portland Sustainability Department hosted a spring bike party May 21.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Graham Platner is outraising — and outspending — Susan Collins in Maine’s U.S. Senate race
Platner’s heavy spending to date reflects the contentious Democratic primary with Gov. Janet Mills, who dropped out of the race April 30, and his likely November matchup with Collins.
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Live Nation no longer involved in Portland music venue
The developer, Portland Music Holdings, said Friday that it bought out the controversial music behemoth’s share as it considers taking legal action against the city.