Superintendent Xavier Botana attributes the enrollment shift to ‘a number of high-profile incidents.’
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Portland explores ways to keep the traffic moving along the waterfront
Officials will present proposals to make Commercial Street safer and more efficient at a public meeting Aug. 13.
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Portland begins final push as it transitions migrants out of Expo
City and immigrant leaders will move asylum seekers to the Family Shelter and a Salvation Army overflow shelter by Aug. 15.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Longtime South Portland police lieutenant chosen to be Portland’s next chief
The city passes over interim Chief Vern Malloch, who says he’s following through on his decision to retire if he wasn’t selected as the permanent chief.
Posted inMaine Voices, Opinion
Maine Voices: How to ensure success for newest arrivals
Immigrant-run organizations are doing great work, but there’s more the whole community can do to maintain momentum.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Gov. Mills: Aiding asylum seekers also helps Maine economy
Enabling municipalities to extend food and shelter to immigrant families now will help solve our workforce shortage tomorrow.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Maine’s immigrant welcome is contrast to border chaos
Towns and organizations are making sure that Portland doesn’t have to bear the burden on its own.