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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PublishedFebruary 11, 2019
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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PublishedFebruary 11, 2019
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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PublishedFebruary 5, 2019
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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PublishedFebruary 4, 2019
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.
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PublishedFebruary 4, 2019
Historic West End church set for foreclosure auction
But the property, which was redeveloped amid controversy, could still be sold, a Realtor says.
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PublishedFebruary 4, 2019
Portland to consider letting pot shops sell regular food and drinks
The City Council is scheduled to vote Monday to establish zoning rules.
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PublishedFebruary 1, 2019
Conservative critics target Portland for its support of asylum seekers
Portland’s mayor and city councilors fire back after a Fox talk show host says the city has itself to blame for a surge in immigrants who need shelter.
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PublishedJanuary 31, 2019
Second Portland city councilor jumps into race for mayor
Councilor Belinda Ray announces her candidacy, joining Councilor Spencer Thibodeau as the only officially declared candidates in the race so far.
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PublishedJanuary 29, 2019
Developer says he’ll build 2 Portland housing projects that had been offered for sale
Bernie Saulnier says he plans to break ground on developments in Bayside and on Munjoy Hill this spring.
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PublishedJanuary 27, 2019
‘A bigger boat’ for Peaks Island? Not everyone’s on board
Casco Bay Lines wants to satisfy tourist and commuter demand with a higher-capacity ferry to Peaks. But many islanders worry summertime congestion could get worse.
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