dogs

Published
July 27, 2022

Massachusetts State Police dog shot, killed by suspect

The Belgian malinois, named Frankie, and his partner previously were honored with a medal of valor.
Published
June 22, 2022

Sound off! Trumpet is 1st bloodhound to win Westminster show

The competition drew more than 3,000 purebred dogs, ranging from Affenpinschers to Yorkshire terriers.
Published
May 23, 2022

Mainewhile: Bath park has gone to the dogs – and that’s a good thing
Published
May 4, 2022

South Portland dog rules headed for final approval

Councilors give the preliminary thumbs up to a range of restrictions, including keeping in place current dog hours at Willard Beach
Published
April 12, 2022

Through My Lens: Comfort with canines comes after dogged persistence

Published
March 24, 2022

South Portland council prepares once again to take up dog rules

The council will vote on recommendations from the Dogs & Sharing Public Spaces committee, but must come up with its own solution for Willard Beach use.
Published
February 14, 2022

Letter: There’s room for both dogs and people in South Portland
Published
January 13, 2022

New South Portland leash law adds fuel to dog debate

While some residents are happy with the on-leash restrictions, many dog owners believe they are causing more problems at Willard Beach and are unnecessary at Hinckley Park.
Published
January 9, 2022

Book review: In ‘Good Boy: My Life in Seven Dogs,’ a strong case for a new way of storytelling

Writer Jennifer Finney Boylan recounts her joys and sorrows, and ruminates on mortality, through the lens of dogs she has known, lived with and loved.
Published
November 3, 2021

South Portland dogs get more afternoon off-leash time under latest revision

If the measure passes Nov. 4, dogs will be required to be on leash at Hinckley Park and Willard Beach from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. from Oct. 1 to April 30.