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PublishedJanuary 27, 2024
No major encampments are left in Portland. So what’s next for the city’s homelessness task force?
The Encampment Crisis Response Team was formed to respond to an acute encampment crisis. Now that those camps are gone the future of the group is in limbo.
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PublishedJanuary 25, 2024
‘We can’t be everything to everyone’: Portland mayor warns city of looming costs
Mayor Mark Dion says he is concerned about budget challenges and plans to lobby the Legislature for more funding.
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PublishedJanuary 23, 2024
Portland facing possible 9.5% tax hike as City Council begins budget process
The council got its first look Monday night at the challenges going into next year as it begins months of work on the 2025 budget.
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PublishedJanuary 17, 2024
Portland City Council hears from the public about rats
The city is taking steps to rid the area at Harbor View Memorial Park of the rodents, but some believe they are domesticated and were released in the area.
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PublishedDecember 15, 2023
Portland to clear homeless encampment at Harbor View Memorial Park
The city announced Friday that it will clear dozens of tents along Commercial Street on Tuesday because so many beds are open at the city shelter.
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PublishedDecember 4, 2023
Portland Mayor Kate Snyder reflects on a tumultuous and rewarding term
Snyder will be succeeded by Mayor-elect Mark Dion at Monday night's City Council meeting.
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PublishedNovember 30, 2023
Portland’s departing health director is proud of the work she’s done
Kristen Dow is leaving her role as Portland's director of health and human services to work for a national consultant. The search for her replacement has begun.
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PublishedNovember 16, 2023
‘We have to get stuff done.’ Portland’s next mayor wants to move fast.
Mark Dion says people think Portland’s leaders don’t get things done. He's making plans to crack down on homelessness and is working to build cohesion before he takes office Dec. 4.
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PublishedNovember 11, 2023
Portland salutes veterans’ bravery at annual parade
The Veterans Day parade grand marshal was Purple Heart recipient John Kimball, 76, of Portland.
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PublishedNovember 9, 2023
Massachusetts urban planner tapped as Portland’s new housing & economic development director
The City Council is expected to vote Monday on whether to confirm Gregory Watson as Portland's Housing & Economic Development director.
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