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Published
January 16, 2017

Idea to allow noncitizen immigrants to vote in Portland faces hurdles

It needs support from city residents and possibly state legislators, and a similar initiative failed locally in 2010, but Mayor Strimling hopes times have changed.
Published
January 12, 2017

Commentary: I can’t support $60 million Portland school bond, City Councilor Ray says

It has several drawbacks, including a narrow focus on four of the district's 17 facilities in need of upkeep.
Published
January 9, 2017

Portland mayor lays out ambitious set of proposed goals for City Council

Ethan Strimling describes his 'progressive vision' in a State of the City Address that includes ideas on affordable housing, worker benefits, social issues, immigrant voting and more.
Published
December 28, 2016

Commentary: Strimling challenges media to be more outspoken

Portland's mayor promises to pull harder for the city and urges the Press Herald editorial page editor to 'be bold.'
Published
December 22, 2016

New Maine law prompts Portland to amend its minimum wage ordinance

A City Council vote aligns the city threshold with the state's while debate over tipped workers continues.

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Published
December 20, 2016

Portland reminds property owners to clear sidewalks of snow and ice

Recent storms have generated complaints from several residents, who say their neighbors and some businesses are not complying with the city's snow and ice removal ordinance.
Published
December 19, 2016

Portland council approves 2017 concert series for Maine State Pier

But the city won't allow as many shows in 2017 and the promoter has to do more to respond to noise complaints.
Published
December 19, 2016

Portland council approves $18,500 raise for city manager

The 12 percent pay increase brings Jon Jennings' annual salary up to $166,500.
Published
December 19, 2016

Portland council approves measures to help immigrants

One proposal maintains emergency aid, while another looks to increase economic opportunities.
Published
December 19, 2016

Portland to continue providing General Assistance to most immigrants

People who haven't applied for asylum yet can still get the benefits, but the cost will be picked up by local taxpayers and not reimbursed by the state.