The Portland City Council is expected to vote Monday on whether to approve the request.
May 2014
HONOR ROLL
BINGHAM — Quimby Middle School recently announced its third quarter honor roll. Eighth grade: Wyatt Howe. Seventh grade: Drew Foran. Sixth grade: Spencer Hunnewell and Romeo Sabri. Fifth grade: Isabelle Farnham and Jessica Madsen.
Nova Star operator to offer free tours of ferry
The ferry operator will conduct the tours on May 10 on a first-come, first-served basis.
Berwick Academy fires coach for photos
The chemistry teacher, who admitted taking pictures of girls, is under investigation, police say.
Madison information booth to open May 26
MADISON — Madison/Anson information booth will host an open house 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, May 26, at its Route 148 location. Free coffee and refreshment will be available.
Tractor-trailer crashes into N.H. opera house
Police say that several vehicles strike the Opera House each year while attempting to make a sharp turn there.
South Portland High School plans reunion
SOUTH PORTLAND — South Portland High School’s all class reunion is set for 6 p.m. Friday, July 18, at the Military Museum, Peary Terrace. For more information, call Jane Seymour Pearson at 239-728-8252 or 239-282-8218.
Ukrainian helicopters shot down, three killed in offensive
Russia says assault has destroyed last hope for peace agreements.
Police use new tool to source crowds for evidence
Proponents say the system gives authorities a repository for the countless electronic tips that can come in during a crisis like the Boston Marathon bombings.
Video: Obama honors Maine Teacher of the Year
The ceremony honoring state and national teachers of the year on Thursday included Portland middle school teacher Karen MacDonald.