PORTLAND — Progressive Portland co-founder Steven Biel left the organization last week, a decision he blamed Monday on “mental fatigue.” Biel’s leave of absence was announced Oct. 5 by organization co-founder Pat Washburn, who said it will last “at least through Election Day.” A day later, Washburn declined further comment and said the leave is […]
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Absentee voting begins in Portland
PORTLAND — Absentee voting for the Nov. 7 general election began Tuesday, Oct. 10 at City Hall. The City Clerk’s office will be open 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. weekdays for voter registration and in-person absentee voting. Absentee ballots can also be submitted by mail. The last day to vote by absentee in person or to request an […]
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PUC to host hearing on natural gas rate-hike request
PORTLAND — The Maine Public Utilities Commission will hold a 6 p.m. hearing Thursday, Oct. 12, on a requested rate increase by natural gas provider Northern Utilities. The hearing will be held at the University of Southern Maine’s Abromson Center, 88 Bedford St. Northern Utilities has requested a 7.1 percent rate increase for the coming year, which […]
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Grand jury indicts 2 in separate Portland shootings
PORTLAND — A Cumberland County grand jury on Oct. 6 indicted two men on attempted murder charges in two unrelated city shootings. Abdul Timbo, 23, of Woodbridge, Virginia, was indicted for allegedly shooting a man Sept. 3 at the ScrubaDub Car Wash at 1185 Forest Ave. Timbo was also indicted on charges of aggravated assault and […]
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Portland's Preble Street gets $2.1M federal grant
PORTLAND — Preble Street, the Bayside social service nonprofit, has received a $2.1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The grant from the department’s Supportive Services for Veteran Families was announced Oct. 5 in a press release from the office of U.S. Sen Susan Collins, R-Maine. Preble Street serves clients facing homelessness, hunger and poverty, […]
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UPDATED: Portland Police arrest suspect sought in Portland motel room
PORTLAND — Vincent Teruel, who Maine State Police tried to arrest Monday afternoon at the Motel 6 at 1 Riverside St., was arrested Tuesday near 1410 Congress St. Portland Police announced the arrest around 2:35 p.m. on their Twitter account, saying it came after a short chase on foot. Teruel, 40, of Hollis, was sought on a charge […]
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Portland teacher hopes to connect volunteers with classrooms
PORTLAND — Simon Williams believes schools should be at the center of every community. So the Portland Public Schools educational technician, who lives in South Portland, has launched a website called School Square. Its goal, Williams said, is to make it easy for teachers and community members to connect and foster “more parent engagement, more real-world […]
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Tales of horror at Portland Stage raise money for Falmouth library
PORTLAND — Horror is rarely done onstage, but this Halloween season Maine-based film and television actor Dustin Tucker is bringing six original, fright-filled tales to Portland Stage for a celebration of the macabre. The production, called “The Haunting Hour,” features short stories submitted by authors and playwrights including Tess Gerritsen, John Cariani, Chris Holm and Callie […]
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Portland students restore urban landscape with help from Audubon
PORTLAND — Maine Audubon hopes to encourage individuals and community groups to engage in the restoration of habitat for native plants and wildlife, especially in the state’s more urban landscapes. So the organization, through its Bringing Nature Home initiative, partnered with King Middle School in a months-long learning expedition that culminated last week with students and staff […]
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3 vie to replace Brenerman on Portland City Council
PORTLAND — Three years ago, David Brenerman ran unopposed in City Council District 5 to replace Councilor John Coyne. Now, with Brenerman not seeking election to a second term in the district covering northern and western Portland, three people are competing for the open seat. Kim Cook, 45, of 70 Alba St., is an attorney who […]
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