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Published
December 16, 2016

Portland city manager in line for raise of nearly $18,500 a year

The proposed 12 percent increase is a vote of confidence for Jon Jennings, who has been at odds with the mayor.
Published
December 14, 2016

Portland council to consider public feedback as concert series seeks return to Maine State Pier

The promoter says he plans changes to address noise complaints by residents of Portland, South Portland and even Falmouth.
Published
December 11, 2016

Another View: Former city manager thinks Portland is in good hands

Current manager Jon Jennings well understands his responsibilities under the city charter, and the mayor should, too.
Published
December 7, 2016

Greg Kesich: Never mind olive branches, mayor, your path to power is politics

Build support for your ideas, listen to colleagues on the council and make deals to form a coalition with clout.
Published
December 5, 2016

Portland mayor extends olive branch – literally – to City Council

Mayor Ethan Strimling, who was harshly criticized by councilors at the previous meeting, called for a fresh start as two new councilors were sworn in Monday.

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Published
December 5, 2016

New councilor Pious Ali is focused on helping others

Ali helped start the Maine Interfaith Youth Alliance and traveled throughout the state putting on workshops about diversity for school-based civil rights groups.
Published
December 5, 2016

Street-level campaigning boosted Batson’s bid

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Published
December 5, 2016

After upsets, newcomers to Portland City Council ready to make their mark

Pious Ali and Brian Batson defeated longtime incumbents Jon Hinck and Edward Suslovic
Published
July 14, 2016

Maine Voices: To fathom tourists’ impact on Peaks Island, imagine so many on Munjoy Hill

It's time to hold a public hearing to air concerns about public safety staffing and ferry access.
Published
July 1, 2016

Maine Voices: It’s time for Portland to assume a leadership role on solar energy

Our officials should forge ahead on a solar plan, starting with the Ocean Avenue landfill project.