parks
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PublishedMarch 1, 2022
Small park causes big disagreement in Portland
On March 7, the Portland City Council will decide whether to change the name of Bedford Park to Noyes Park, correcting what the Noyes family, the Parks Department and independent groups believe is an historical error.
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PublishedNovember 2, 2021
‘Momentum building’ for Yarmouth Latchstring Park project
The Latchstring Park task force has raised $150,000 of its $350,000 fundraising goal.
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PublishedJune 16, 2021
Safer, greener redesign moves forward for Portland’s Bramhall Square
The project strives to make the small plaza a safer, more attractive place for people to spend time.
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PublishedMay 11, 2021
Yarmouth’s Latchstring Park revamp moves forward
The Yarmouth Village Improvement Society has pledged $100,000 toward the $350,000 project and a fundraiser has been launched to raise the rest of the money.
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PublishedMarch 12, 2020
SoPo grappling with public alcohol policy
Event organizers and craft brewers push for a rules change to allow alcohol at special events.
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PublishedDecember 30, 2019
State park visitors encouraged to look up with new stargazing program
A grant from Maine Outdoor Heritage Fund will supply telescopes to 12 Maine parks, including Bradbury State Park in Pownal.
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PublishedDecember 23, 2019
Committee chooses location for South Portland skate park
The City Council will be asked to approve a spot near the high school on Jan. 2.
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PublishedDecember 18, 2019
Restoration, upgrades in works for Western Prom
The parks commission and historic preservation board will review a draft plan Jan. 22.
