Nearly half of the units listed for rent in March were in violation of the city’s policy, according to the union.
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Anna Bullett to seek 2nd term on Portland City Council
Jake Viola, a council candidate in 2024, has also announced intentions to run for the District 4 seat.
Portland Planning Board greenlights 87 teeny-tiny Congress Street apartments
The 7-story building with no parking has some residents rankled. Others say it’s just what the city needs.
They aren’t cops. So who are these people in uniforms in downtown Portland?
The police department recently rolled out a new program in its community policing division, dubbed ‘constables.’
Portland plans to expand metered parking, add Sundays
Councilors are already hearing from constituents regarding the proposal to add Sundays, which has historically been a day of rest for wallets.
Maine man accused of murder in 1987 cold case pleads not guilty
Stephen Bouchard, now 63 and living in Winslow, was arrested Friday and charged with killing Alice Hawkes, who was found dead in the Westbrook apartment they shared in 1987.
Portland’s Riverton pool overhaul will take another $1.5 million to complete
It’s been 3 years since the community pool closed. City officials say the funding is worth it to finally restore the resource.
Is a Portland rule requiring affordable units slowing down real housing growth?
A 10-year retrospective on the city’s inclusionary zoning policy requiring large developments to have a percentage of affordable units suggests stricter regulations stalled production. Councilors will now consider scaling back.
How a dangerous Portland intersection is sparking debate about pedestrian safety
After a deadly year for pedestrians, city officials say safer roads are a priority. That takes time and money.
Portland getting serious about using school district central office for shelter
Staff said the larger building would accommodate more families, but as of Monday, the existing shelter was operating at 34% capacity.