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What unearthing odd discoveries tells us about Portland’s past
Police get up to 12 calls a year from people who think they’ve discovered human remains, only to find out later their digs are part of the city’s rich history that once included cattle grazing.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News, Sports
Maine’s first sports betting parlor pauses wagers after state revokes license
Oddfellahs Sportsbook and Bar was told by officials that it’s no longer eligible for a sports wagering license, but the owner says he doesn’t know why.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Portland Jetport cancels some American Airlines flights after deadly DC crash
Ronald Reagan National Airport was temporarily closed following a midair collision between a passenger jet and an Army helicopter that killed all 67 on the aircraft.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Founder of nonprofit that bought Maine newspapers stepping down as CEO
Elizabeth Hansen Shapiro co-founded the trust in 2021 and has been its CEO since, leading the acquisition of daily and weekly newspapers and websites in Maine previously owned by Reade Brower.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Maine home prices hit a new high in 2024. Don’t expect them to come down.
The median price for a Maine home reached a record $390,200 in 2024, but the year also saw sales increasing after years of declines.
Posted inCommunity
Maine organizations to receive 2024 Catalyst Grant
Each organization will be awarded $30,000 over three years, for a total of $90,000 in grant funding.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, News
Augusta homeless task force looks at Portland shelter model
Members also discussed a proposal by Gov. Janet Mills to limit housing assistance.
Posted inFood & Dining, Local & State, News
James Beard Awards names 10 Maine semifinalists for 2025 awards
Nominees include Taj in South Portland and The Abbey in Brunswick, while 3 cooks are nominated in the Best Chef: Northeast category.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Maine recorded 35 homicides last year, continuing upward trend
The state’s longest period without a murder was 39 days.