Harnessing the wind

SoPo deputy chief takes helm as interim police chief

South Portland Deputy Police Chief Amy Berry will serve as the city’s interim police chief, city officials said in a statement. Berry, who has served as deputy chief since 2001, was sworn- in on April 14. Berry has been with the department since 1977. She has a Master of Science in Business degree from Husson […]

Reval moratorium bill dies in committee

A proposed bill in Augusta that might have provided some relief to South Portland residents worried about an impending tax hike due to a citywide revaluation has been voted down in committee. “An Act To Place a Moratorium on Property Revaluations for Tax Purposes during a State of Emergency,” sponsored by Sen. James Dill, D-Penobscot, […]

SMCC awards COVID relief grants to students

Southern Maine Community College is awarding nearly $1.5 million in federal grants to students who are experiencing financial difficulties related to the coronavirus pandemic. SMCC’s statement said the college has offered short-term loans, grants and help with buying food or books. SMCC has also provided new and used laptops and desktop computers. The college has […]

South Portland Land Trust, city host community clean-up

The South Portland Land Trust and the city’s parks, recreation and waterfront department are inviting the public to a socially distanced community clean-up day on Saturday, April 24, from 9 a.m. to noon. Volunteers will meet at Mill Creek Park to get assignments and materials. Residents are also welcome to participate on their own and […]

Report spotlights racial inequality in South Portland schools

The independent report indicates concerns from students and parents about racial issues in local schools.

Veteran Gorham educator to be Cape Elizabeth’s next school superintendent

Christopher Record spent eight years as principal of Gorham High School and the last five as assistant superintendent in that school district.

Hybrid learning controversy driving Cumberland-area recall effort

If a required amount of signatures is collected by May 7, the recall of four board members over their vote against resuming fulls in-school instruction will go to the voters.

Capital projects, new teachers driving Cape E. budget increase

The proposed 2022 budget asks for a 3.4% increase in the tax rate.

SMCC to add more in-person classes this fall in South Portland, Brunswick

In-person instruction will be expanded to just over 50% of the college’s offerings.