The anonymous benefactor plans to hand out about $20,000 to people in need in Greater Portland.
December 15, 2016
LOCAL ROUNDUP: Lawrence girls earn first win of the season
Three different Bulldogs finish in double figures.
Portland homeless shelters reach capacity because of bitter weather
Nonprofits take steps to get people indoors with wind chills expected to reach 20 below overnight.
Car-splitting crash closes Townsend Road in Augusta
The crash occurred Thursday night.
LOCAL ROUNDUP: Holmes scores 1,000th career point in Messalonskee girls basketball win
The Eagles run past Medomak Valley 79-29.
Late basket gives Gardiner thrilling win over Cony
Tigers erase 8-point deficit heading into fourth quarter.
Young Skowhegan topples Erskine girls basketball
Indians start five sophomores in win over Eagles.
Augusta approves six-month moratorium on recreational pot facilities
The move is designed to allow local official to prepare for potential rule changes allowed under a citizen referendum that appeared to pass on Nov. 8.
Don’t look to the Electoral College to change votes
Despite news since election day there appears little interest in revolt by those who actually vote.
Hallowell leaders discuss bond packages at public workshop
The City Council will decide on how to request funds for projects including the redevelopment of Stevens Commons and the Water Street reconstruction.