Councilor Penelope Jordan: “What the asylum-seekers have done … is raise awareness (about what Portland) does every single day.”
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South Portland cop camp gives kids an inside look at police work
The week-long program helps sixth-, seventh- and eighth-graders learn why and how officers do their job.
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Survey hopes to save historic Portland, South Portland buildings from impacts of climate change
Greater Portland Landmarks is documenting historic structures at risk from flooding, high winds and rising temperatures.
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Retired Scarborough deputy police chief: ‘My blood runs blue’
Marla St. Pierre looks back on 42 years of service, and the changing attitude toward women in law enforcement.
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South Portland ordinance would buy time for historic buildings
The ordinance aims to clearly identify historic resources, create incentives for preservation, and delay demolition.
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South Portland may put speed guns in residents’ hands
Problem areas mentioned in a July 1 meeting of local residents include Pleasantdale, Highland Avenue, Ocean Street, Breakwater Lane, and Sawyer Street.
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Fore River Brewing in South Portland responds to parking complaints
City Planning Director Tex Haeuser says the brewery complies with off-street parking requirements.
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Cape Elizabeth Town Council to discuss aid for asylum-seekers
Councilors on July 8 are also scheduled to vote on a new Comprehensive Plan for the town.
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Parking fees begin at Fort Williams in Cape Elizabeth, after first-day hiccup
The town expects first-year revenue of $317,000 from the seasonal program.
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South Portland, Scarborough to host Fourth of July celebrations
SOUTH PORTLAND — Fourth of July festivities in South Portland and Scarborough include a car show, a parade and a reading of the Declaration of Independence. The South Portland Historical Society Museum at 55 Bug Light Park will host its 12th annual 4th of July classic car show from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday, and visitors […]