Every councilor except Pious Ali is opposing the ballot questions drafted by Southern Maine Democratic Socialists of America, but all are silent on a 6th proposal, to lift a cap on marijuana stores in the city.
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Historic West End clock restored just in time
The 95-year-old Hay & Peabody Clock outside The Francis hotel on Congress Street was considered ‘in peril.’
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Our View: Cold storage could heat up international trade in Maine
The Portland Planning Board will consider a project that has statewide economic impact.
Posted inFood & Dining, Vegan Kitchen
Vegan Kitchen: Support Black-owned food businesses
Many in Portland offer a plethora of tasty vegan dishes.
Posted inLocal Elections, Maine
Portland voters asked to strengthen facial surveillance ban
Question B on the city ballot would add enforcement provisions – including a private right of action for people to sue the city – to an existing prohibition on city employees using facial recognition technology.
Posted inMaine, Uncategorized
Woman files ADA lawsuits across US as ‘tester’ of compliance
A disabled Florida woman has paid a virtual visit to Maine and left a trail of lawsuits in her wake
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Federal $4.1 million grant to improve International Marine Terminal in Portland
The money will be used to link Merrill’s Marine Terminal and the International Marine Terminal, consolidate cross-docking activities, renovate a vacant warehouse and add capacity for container operations.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Portland’s Roux Institute to receive $100 million from massive Alfond grant
The donation will provide financial aid for graduate students, funding for postdoctoral research and support for cooperatives with Maine employers.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Business, Maine, News
Loosening restrictions unlikely to help Maine music venues and theaters
Several organizers in Maine’s performing arts community said the state’s move to Phase Four is unlikely to alter their plans.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Affordable housing group opposes Portland’s ‘Green New Deal’
The Maine Affordable Housing Coalition says the local referendum measure would worsen the city’s affordable housing crisis.