Faced with a vexing housing crisis, Mainers are finding ways to build homes in abandoned and undeveloped spaces. But costs, public opposition and an uncertain economy are impeding progress.
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Posted inNews, Politics
Mainers rally by the thousands for ‘No Kings’ protests against Trump
Large crowd gathered in Portland, Augusta, Auburn and elsewhere as part of a nationwide day of protests. Demonstrations were peaceful, though 2 arrests were made in Portland as police tried to move protesters onto the sidewalk.
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Students’ mental health must be a priority in South Portland | Letter
In recent days, the South Portland Board of Education’s commitment to the mental health of our students has been called into question (“South Portland superintendent announces resignation, June 5). I can only speak for myself, but I am 100% committed to supporting and improving the mental health of our students. I have not forgotten, and […]
Posted inArts & Entertainment
When do Mainers tell dad jokes? When they become apparent.
For Father’s Day, we talk to Maine dads, comics and others about what a dad joke is, why dads tell them and why we love to hate them.
Posted inSports, Track & Field, Varsity Maine
South Portland boys repeat as Class A track champions
The Red Riots got the third-place finish they needed from Tyler Bryant in the high jump to clinch the crown over Lewiston.
Posted inNews, Schools & Education
Despite fears, most Maine districts OK school budgets
Voters in at least 6 districts, including Kennebunk-based RSU 21 and Gray-New Gloucester, rejected their school budgets, while a long-debated Cape Elizabeth bond project and a contested Gorham budget passed.
Posted inSports, Track & Field, Varsity Maine
In Maine Class A track, some surprise winners share spotlight with stars
The boys team title will be decided Wednesday, when the postponed high jump is held at Edward Little High School.
Posted inBaseball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Varsity Maine Top 10 baseball poll: Hot teams on the move
Cape Elizabeth now in the top three, while Cony joins the rankings.
Posted inBoys Lacrosse, Sports, Varsity Maine
Varsity Maine Top 10 boys lacrosse poll: Messalonskee makes a jump
The Eagles are one of two teams to move up, while the top four remains the same.
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Artist’s chisel transforms stump outside Peaks Island cafe into an octopus
A strong storm that hit the island nearly 3 years ago blew many trees to the ground. Doug Smith saw one stump that was left behind as an opportunity.