Four men died when the Portland-based fishing vessel sank off Cape Cod in November, near the end of a multiday trip to catch groundfish.
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High school graduations take a step toward normalcy
The Class of 2021 in high schools across Maine will graduate next month in ceremonies that will feel more traditional than they did last year.
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Watch video: Portland protest march calls attention to plight of Congolese minority
More than 300 Banyamulenge have resettled in Maine after fleeing the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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High-tech tools helping young ballplayers step up their game
From virtual reality goggles to biokinetic sensors, technology is helping to evaluate and improve players’ mechanics and provide a boost in the college recruiting process.
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Sudanese immigrant alleges discrimination in lawsuit against Whole Foods
Mark Opio’s lawsuit says he wasn’t given an opportunity to apply for a supervisory position in the Portland store.
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Portland Symphony Orchestra plans special fundraiser at the Saco Drive-In
The Portland Symphony Orchestra will soon find its way to the silver screen at the Saco Drive-In for an evening of filmed performances on Thursday, May 13. This is part of this year’s annual fundraiser Forte, which also includes a special online auction from Tuesday, May 11, through Thursday, May 20. All proceeds from the […]
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Pandemic-fueled real estate boom threatens property tax hikes as much as 30% for Maine homeowners
Long-delayed revaluations promise to shift some tax responsibility from business to residential property owners; one South Portland woman is considering selling her plasma to cover the costs.
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Portland man’s arrest shines light on growing white nationalist movement
Andrew Hazelton, who is charged with possessing child pornography, was a member of a small but vocal white supremacist propaganda group that recently established a presence in Maine.
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After nearly two years away, baseball fans bask in return to Hadlock Field
Fans in the crowd limited by coronavirus restrictions revel in being at the first Sea Dogs game in 610 days.
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Maine supreme court considers arguments over Portland’s new minimum wage law
Justices appear to agree that city voters have the authority to set a higher wage, but say ordinance language on the effective date for a hazard pay provision is confusing.