Randy Billings is a government watchdog and political reporter who has been covering Portland City Hall for the Press Herald since 2012. His beat touches on a wide range of topics, including immigration, homelessness, education, tourism, real estate development and the economy in Maine’s largest city. He has been a Portland-based journalist since 2005. A life-long Mainer who loves the outdoors, Randy is also a bassist who brews his own beer at his North Yarmouth home, where he lives with his wife and two children.
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PublishedOctober 22, 2012
After infestation, Portland comedy club to stay closed
The Comedy Connection, the Porthole and the Harbour’s Edge were shut down last month after a health inspection revealed a rat infestation, among other violations.
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PublishedOctober 18, 2012
Maine House candidates address concerns of homeless
Advocacy group sponsors forum to encourage voter participation of those in shelters.
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PublishedOctober 18, 2012
City panel delays vote on new rules for airport cabs
The City Council’s Transportation, Energy and Sustainability Committee delays its recommendation for reducing the number of taxis at the airport due to a lack of a quorum.
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PublishedOctober 18, 2012
City Council candidates appear at forum on homeless issues
Six candidates vying for three seats on the council will share breakfast and field questions from people who are homeless.
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PublishedOctober 17, 2012
Portland eatery inspections, smoking ban get review
A panel will consider making 36 parks smoke-free and fines for restaurants with health violations.
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PublishedOctober 17, 2012
Portland candidates debate city business policies
Six candidates seeking three City Council seats square off in a forum hosted by the Portland Community Chamber.
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PublishedOctober 16, 2012
Airport cab drivers offer alternatives to lottery
A city panel will review the ideas, and in other matters, will take up Route 77 and Libbytown traffic changes.
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PublishedOctober 16, 2012
Portland panel urges regional solution to homelessness
One recommendation is to establish three 35-unit housing complexes.
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PublishedOctober 15, 2012
Route 1 bridge replacement to impact bikers, walkers
At the end of next week, a new five-foot path will be opened closer to the travel lanes of the existing Portland-to-Falmouth bridge spanning the Presumpscot Rover.
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PublishedOctober 15, 2012
Council considers chipping in $75K to save Canco Woods
Tonight, Portland City Council will consider tapping into the city’s land bank fund to purchase the land.
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