PORTLAND — The section of of State Street from Park to Cumberland avenues that has been closed since late August is expected to reopen by Dec. 15. City spokeswoman Jessica Grondin said major work related to the installation of new stormwater and wastewater pipes and drains, and associated utility work, is concluding. “The contractor is currently […]
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State Street in Portland expected to reopen Dec. 15
PORTLAND — The section of of State Street from Park to Cumberland avenues that has been closed since late August is expected to reopen by Dec. 15. City spokeswoman Jessica Grondin said major work related to the installation of new stormwater and wastewater pipes and drains, and associated utility work, is concluding. “The contractor is currently […]
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Portland policy provides protections, support for transgender students
PORTLAND — The School Board Tuesday was expected to enact an expansive new transgender student rights policy. The policy is the result of seven months of meetings between board members, school administrators and staff, parents, students and other community members. The goal was a policy that “aligns with maintaining a safe and supportive environment for all […]
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Portland council may freeze Munjoy Hill redevelopment
PORTLAND — What 24 St. Lawrence St. residents Walter and Kelly Williams consider a sound and legal option for staying on Munjoy Hill has become a flashpoint for neighborhood redevelopment. “We have lived here more than 14 years; we raised our daughter here,” Kelly Williams said Nov. 28. “We are looking to stay in our house, […]
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Portland council may freeze Munjoy Hill redevelopment
PORTLAND — What 24 St. Lawrence St. residents Walter and Kelly Williams consider a sound and legal option for staying on Munjoy Hill has become a flashpoint for neighborhood redevelopment. “We have lived here more than 14 years; we raised our daughter here,” Kelly Williams said Nov. 28. “We are looking to stay in our house, […]
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Portland's 'Nutcracker Burlesque' still sexy, silly after 15 years
PORTLAND — A group of entertainers took a risk 15 years ago when they decided to parody a holiday classic with a sexy, burlesque production of “The Nutcracker” ballet. But the show has developed a strong following, and this year it will have a new twist, according to Alison Berry, the artistic director at Vivid Motion. […]
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Jennings: Expect most Portland property taxes to change
PORTLAND — Residents should expect property revaluations and continued focus on responsiveness under City Manager Jon Jennings’ second three-year contract. “I feel very good about where we are with the city,” Jennings said Nov. 24. “It is truly one of the great honors of my career. At the municipal level you can get things done and […]
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Portland students 'taste-test' books to expand horizons
PORTLAND — Book “tasting” is an innovative way to encourage kids to keep an open mind about trying books they might not otherwise choose to read and can open up “an infinite world of possibilities,” according to Eva Platt. Platt is the librarian at Ocean Avenue Elementary and recently she piloted a book-tasting event with some […]
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Portland's winter farmers market moves to Stevens Avenue
PORTLAND — A new home has been found for the Winter Farmers Market. Maine Girls’ Academy, at 631 Stevens Ave., offers plenty of parking and plenty of room for vendors. But even more importantly, it’s part of “an already vibrant cultural hub,” according to market organizers. The winter farmers market will open in its new location […]
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Portland history to be observed at 2 events
PORTLAND — The deaths of notable Mainers will be commemorated in two events this week. The centennial of the death of Harold T. Andrews will be observed at 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 30, at the Wilde Chapel at Evergreen Cemetery, 672 Stevens Ave. Andrews died Nov. 30, 1917, in combat near Cambrai, France; he was the first person […]