PORTLAND — Two days after Portland police said they would “use their discretion” to enforce state law regarding possession of marijuana, the group that spearheaded passage of a new city ordinance legalizing recreational use said they expect police to yield to the will of the people. On Election Day, more than 67 percent of Portland […]
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Brendan M. Conway, 34
PORTLAND — Brendan M. Conway, died unexpectedly of an undiagnosed heart condition, while playing a game of basketball on Nov. 7. He was born in Portland, March 1, 1979. He graduated from Bates College in 2001 with a degree in psychology. In 2004, he received his master’s from the University of Southern Maine. He had a […]
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Portland Police Beat: Nov. 13
Arrests 11/2 at 1 p.m. Sarah A. Boucher, 25, of Portland, was arrested on Forest Avenue by Officer Christopher Sibley on a charge of theft by unauthorized taking or transfer. 11/3 at midnight. Matthew Morris, 19, of Portland, was arrested on Deane Street by Officer Dan Aguilera on a charge of carrying a concealed weapon. […]
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People and Business
Artists assist cancer fight Proceeds from the sale of handmade jewelry, original oil and pastel paintings, sculptures, clocks, mosaics and more at the 4:30-7 p.m. grand opening celebration of Casco Bay Artisans will benefit programs at the Cancer Community Center on Main Street in South Portland. Gallery co-owners and jewelry designers Jen Swarts and Tina […]
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William B. Troubh, 78: Community leader, former Portland mayor
PORTLAND — William Bernard Troubh, 78, of Portland, died Nov. 8, surrounded by family. He was born in Portland in 1935 to Maurice and Sadye Brickman Troubh. He was raised on Sherman Street and graduated from Portland High School, the University of Maine at Orono and received a law degree from University of Maine School of […]
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Portland Meetings: Nov. 13-19
Wed. 11/13 5 p.m. Parks Commission 55 Portland St. Wed. 11/13 5:30 p.m. Housing & Community Development Committee CH Thur. 11/14 6:30 p.m. Zoning Board of Appeals CH Thur. 11/14 7 p.m. District 4 Ocean Avenue School Mon. 11/18 5:30 p.m. Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee CH Mon. 11/18 6 p.m. City Council Workshop CH Mon. […]
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In Washington, posturing often replaces policy-making
Neither Republicans nor Democrats are above pandering to bases.
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Veterans Day in Portland
Portland’s Veterans Day parade makes it way down Congress Street on Monday morning, Nov. 11. U.S. Marine Sgt. Brendon O’Toole, left, makes his way down Congress Street as part of the Veterans Day parade, accompanied by Portland Police Chief Michael J. Sauschuck. O’Toole finished his “Run For Veterans,” a one-year, 3,600-mile fundraiser, at East End […]
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Out & About: New comedy, new jazz, new director
The element of newness powers all of this week’s top picks of the tix. Topping the list is the Maine premiere of “The Grand Manner,” the most recent effort by celebrated American playwright A.R. Gurney, who has crafted a number of wonderful comedies in the classic mold. Portland’s Good Theater opened its “grand” production last […]
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The View From Away: Something special about a daughter who sings, dances, votes
Our daughter experienced two major life transitions last week. She performed in her final fall musical at school, and voted in her first election. “Hello, Dolly” did not have to be her last fall show. Elizabeth could have arranged to stay in high school for two more years, but she has always been determined to […]