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Published
May 16, 2023

‘Nowhere to go’: Dozens of homeless people displaced as city clears Bayside Trail encampment

The people who had been camping in the more than 80 tents along the trail packed up their belongings in shopping carts and plastic bags and went in search of a new place to live.
Published
May 16, 2023

Falmouth students, asylum seekers find sense of community in chess

'It's really been beautiful,' says resident Katie Moore, who got local students involved in the Gift of Chess club.
Published
May 16, 2023

Portland man accused of entering school bathroom, offering needles to student

Police say 43-year-old Jacob Horwitch was arrested on multiple charges after the incident Monday morning.
Published
May 16, 2023

Federal asylum rule change could affect flow of new immigrants into Maine
Published
May 16, 2023

Portland Meetings: May 17-24

Published
May 16, 2023

Portland Superintendents’ Notebook: Appreciating faculty, staff for dedication to Portland students
Published
May 16, 2023

Portland moves up in top 10 ‘Best Places to Live’

U.S. News & World Report said the city's national ranking reflects its charm, 'do it yourself spirit,' access to recreation and a variety of living settings.
Published
May 15, 2023

City will begin clearing Bayside Trail encampment Tuesday

The sweep will start between 8 and 9 a.m. Tuesday, and cleanup of the area will take place Wednesday.
Published
May 15, 2023

Portland City Council confirms Danielle West as city manager

West, who has served as interim manager since November 2021, was approved unanimously Monday night.
Published
May 15, 2023

Stonewall Kitchen makes leadership change

Carrie McDermott has become CEO of the York-based specialty foods retailer following tenures at several large retailers. She succeeds John Stiker, who is retiring.