The workers’ compensation insurer MEMIC has now secured a full block of property in the heart of Portland.
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More than 300 turn out for national Poor People’s Campaign rally in Portland
Demonstrators gather in Lincoln Park and march down Congress Street to raise awareness about the economic and racial inequality that exists in the United States.
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Firefighters extinguish generator fire at Maine Medical Center complex
The generator is in a separate building on the hospital campus, and a hospital spokeswoman said patients were not affected.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Six-story garage proposed as first piece of major project in downtown Portland
The company behind the development near the Old Port wants to build the garage with space for stores, apartments and offices.
Posted inBusiness
Free financial education conference offered at USM
The conference on Oct. 19 is designed to help Mainers deal with common personal finance issues.
Posted inElections, Local Elections, Maine, News, Politics
Portland landlords, developers donate to group opposing Mayor Strimling’s re-election
From July 1 to Sept. 30, Unite Portland raised nearly $19,000, much of it from real estate professionals, according to campaign finance reports.
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Portland poet, 92, writes about climate change, degradation of earth
Jackie Moore avoids sentimentality and presents nature with a sense of awe, wonder and despair.
Posted inLocal Elections, Maine, News, Politics
He’s not on the ballot, but Portland’s city manager looms large in mayor’s race
Whoever is elected mayor on Nov. 5 will have to work closely with Jon Jennings, who has clashed repeatedly with the incumbent.
Posted inMaine, News
Portland City Council moving ahead with ban on plastic straws
A first reading will be held Monday night on the proposed ordinance, with a final vote on Oct. 21.
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Students, mental health advocates plant tulips in Portland park to spread hope
The Yellow Tulip Project – founded locally by a mother and daughter – has 275 ambassadors in several countries.