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Cape Elizabeth residents threaten legal action over school construction plans
CAPE ELIZABETH, Maine — A group of residents in Cape Elizabeth is threatening to take legal action against the town council—and, by extension, the town—over a proposal to renovate the town’s school buildings that was submitted by the council chair and undercuts a version approved by the school board.
Maine will recieve $4.3M in USDA grants, to help fund farms and small businesses
BRUNSWICK, Maine — To safeguard Maine's iconic produce and its dedicated farmers; federal and state partners are making major investments in 42 farms and small businesses across the state. At a press conference in Brunswick on Friday, U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that $4.3 million in...
South Portland's Riverdale Grade School Playground Closed After 4,000-Gallon Sewage Spill
South Portland residents faced a less-than-pleasant surprise on Thursday when city crews rushed to Riverdale Grade School following reports of raw sewage leaking onto the playground. The playground area, now closed for cleanup, was the site of a substantial sewage spill, estimated at 4,000 gallons. The unwelcome release was contained within an hour, and work is underway to return the area to its former state, according to a release from the Environmental Services.
Community chips in to help a Portland man at risk of eviction keep his home
PORTLAND, Maine — Neighbors and strangers are banding together by donating money to help a Portland man keep his home where he has lived for the past 52 years. Darryl Crabtree, who has cognitive challenges, helped care for his elderly parents in their home on Maine Avenue in Portland for years until they both passed away. '
Irish minister visits Maine to help build connections with those of Irish descent
PORTLAND (WGME) – An Irish minister is visiting Maine to boost connections with his country and those of Irish decent across New England. Sean Fleming is Ireland’s Minister for the Diaspora, meaning the spread of Irish people living outside the country. He spoke at the Maine Irish Heritage...
'Ready to roll:' Gov. Mills excited to nominate VP Harris in race for White House
PORTLAND (WGME) -- Governor Janet Mills says she's ready to see Vice President Kamala Harris be formally named as the Democratic Presidential nominee. “I’m feeling very energetic,” Mills said. “Very enthusiastic about the candidacy of Kamala Harris. Ready to roll. Ready to go the convention and formally nominate her and her Vice Presidential pick as the team to win the White House.”
Here’s Why There Are Rows of American Flags Inside The Maine Mall in South Portland
If you take a quick stroll through the Maine Mall these days, there are a lot of new stores and kiosks to discover. While other malls across the country are struggling, the Maine Mall is thriving. Mall experts will say that you can tell the health of a mall based on how many center aisle kiosks exist.
Maine residents speak out against expansion of Maine's largest landfill
PORTLAND (WGME) – Friday, the Maine DEP held a public hearing on the proposal to expand Maine's largest landfill. The operator of Juniper Ridge, near Old Town, says it needs more space to meet the state's waste goals, but those who live nearby say they're concerned about health risks.
Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff campaigns for wife in Maine
PORTLAND, Maine (WMTW) - Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff was in Portland Wednesday, campaigning for his wife, Vice President Kamala Harris, as she runs for president. This is his first official campaign event of the cycle. The campaign visit to Maine was already scheduled before President Joe Biden dropped out of...
Harpswell approves 'right to fish' policy in light of waterfront complaints
The Harpswell select board has approved a so-called "right to fish" policy, in light of noise and odor complaints from residents about the town's working waterfront. Selectman David Chipman said local fishermen pitched the idea to town officials. The policy affirms the town's support for fishermen's right to harvest along...
Crews work to repair water main break in downtown Portland
PORTLAND, Maine — The Portland Water District posted on social media Wednesday afternoon notifying the public about a water main that broke in downtown Portland. In the post, the water district said crews were repairing the break around 1 p.m. on Pearl Street and Middle Street. The post advised those living or working in the area may experience low water pressure.
Cumberland Fair Committee Discusses Maintenance
A Cumberland County Commission Subcommittee concerned about who bears responsibility for preparing the community complex for the fair. Fair Subcommittee Member Terry Lowe said the fair board recently shared complaints about landscaping and fence repairs that need to be done around the property. Lowe said the fair has a contract with the county to use the complex, but he does not believe the county is required to do any additional maintenance to prepare for the fair.
Maine Association of Broadcasters To Add Three To Hall of Fame
The Maine Association of Broadcasters will induct three veteran broadcasters into its Hall of Fame this fall, of which two have ties to radio. These inductees were selected by a committee comprising MAB Board members and previous Hall of Fame inductees, with the final approval given by the MAB Board of Directors.
Contaminated Keddy Mill in Windham to face wrecking ball soon
Officials from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have met with representatives of the Town of Windham, the Maine Department of Environmental Protection and a consulting firm to review final plans for the demolition of the Keddy Mill on Depot Street in South Windham this fall. Since 2014, the Keddy...
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