The Dry Dock Restaurant & Tavern will modify its plans after the city passed waterfront development restrictions.
Randy Billings
Staff Writer
Randy Billings is a government watchdog and political reporter who has been the State House bureau chief since 2021. He was named the Maine Press Association’s Journalist of the Year in 2020. He joined the Press Herald in 2012 as the Portland City Hall reporter, where his beat touched on a wide range of topics, including municipal government, immigration, homelessness, housing and social services. Prior to that, he worked at various weeklies as well as business and arts publications. He holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Maine, Orono. He lives in North Yarmouth with his wife and two children and enjoys the outdoors and playing his upright bass.
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State land near jail stands out among sites for new homeless shelter in Portland
The location’s size and proximity to city services separate it from 10 others being considered.
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Portland moves to offer city-owned land for housing
The effort aims to address the demand for affordable rental units in the city.
Posted inMaine Crime, News
Court document details how Alaska State Troopers tracked down murder suspect in Maine
More than a quarter-century after a Native Alaskan woman was brutally slain in Fairbanks, authorities say they used the latest in DNA technology to identify her killer in Auburn.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Portland council and Maine Legislature consider mandated paid sick leave
Two of Portland’s largest employers asked the city to hold off on a new policy until legislators decide whether to pass a state law.
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Work begins on luxury marina that could bring world’s largest yachts to Portland
The 150 slips, including ‘super-yacht’ berths, mark the start of a major redevelopment.
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Portland building to be dismantled and rebuilt, brick by brick
It could be the first time a historic brick building has been taken apart and reconstructed in Maine.
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Portland ordinance to require livable wages for construction contractors to get hearing
But concerns are raised about potential costs to the city and a possible legal challenge.
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Portland proposes building boardwalk for street vendors near cruise ship terminal
The project would provide a space for artists and craftspeople to set up retail stands in an area filled with visitors in the summer and fall.
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Portland delays action on zoning rules for marijuana-related businesses
The City Council postpones a vote at the request of Councilor Belinda Ray, who plans to offer 2 amendments but missed the meeting because of an illness.