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PublishedSeptember 15, 2019
Kate Snyder rolls out endorsements in bid for mayor of Portland
At an event on the Eastern Prom, the former school board chairwoman touts support from two city councilors, among others.
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PublishedJune 11, 2019
Our View: Maine’s open-meeting laws exist for the public
When members of a public board get together to work on public business, the public should be notified.
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PublishedMay 6, 2019
More asylum seekers arrive in Portland from southern border as city debates assistance
Portland's human resources director criticizes comments by Mayor Ethan Strimling welcoming the arrival of more immigrants, a sign of the tensions as Maine's largest city sees another influx of asylum-seeking families.
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PublishedNovember 23, 2016
Plan for economic office for immigrants, people of color goes to Portland City Council
The office comes with an annual price tag of $260,000 and would be staffed by a director and two program managers.
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PublishedNovember 7, 2016
Portland council delays decision on retail marijuana moratorium
Councilors cite concerns about taking the step on short notice, just one day before Mainers vote on legalizing pot.
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PublishedSeptember 19, 2016
Portland approves $375,000 tax break for ImmuCell expansion
The City Council votes 8-1 to help finance an expansion of the biotechnology firm, without restrictions sought by Mayor Ethan Strimling.
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PublishedAugust 10, 2016
For now, Portland will not act on zoning complaints against short-term rentals
City Manager Jon Jennings asks the Housing Committee to fast-track a policy to deal with rentals like those offered through online sites such as Airbnb.
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PublishedAugust 2, 2016
Portland is one step closer to banning sales of pets from puppy mills
The ordinance has the same objective as a bill passed by the Legislature last year but vetoed by Gov. Paul LePage.
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PublishedJuly 19, 2016
Starting today, you have to be 21 to buy tobacco in Portland
Stores that sell tobacco products must post visible notices where the products are displayed.
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PublishedJune 20, 2016
Portland becomes first community in Maine to raise minimum age to buy tobacco
The City Council votes unanimously to increase the age from 18 to 21.
