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PublishedJuly 4, 2018
Portland tests smart traffic signals in trailblazing effort to put the brakes on congestion
The high-tech devices to be tried out at Morrill's Corner use radar to control vehicle flow and speed up travel.
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PublishedJune 1, 2018
Portland police chief: We can’t arrest our way out of Bayside’s problems
The city manager's plans for a new sheltering and services system are an investment that will move our community forward.
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PublishedMay 29, 2018
Chamber, Portland mayor take simmering feud public
Tension over Mayor Ethan Strimling's plan to make businesses offer earned paid sick time erupts into a war of words with a former key ally.
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PublishedMay 21, 2018
Portland’s $360 million budget expected to increase taxes 3.8%
The council passes the spending plan on a unanimous vote, preserving money for Fourth of July fireworks and increasing business licensing fees.
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PublishedMay 21, 2018
Chamber CEO: Portland mayor’s divisive politics bode ill for businesses
His proposals for paid sick leave and over $1 million in fees would make the city less prosperous.
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PublishedMay 14, 2018
Portland council votes 7-2 to reduce school budget by $1.1 million
The school board now will have to look for areas where it can reduce its $112 million spending plan before it is sent to voters on June 12.
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PublishedMay 8, 2018
Portland’s July Fourth celebration in jeopardy as funding becomes a struggle
The nonprofit behind the event is having trouble raising money, and the mayor suggests not paying for fireworks as an alternative to cutting the school budget or a jobs program.
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PublishedMay 7, 2018
Portland mayor calls for spending cuts, new revenues to protect school budget
Ethan Strimling presents his recommendations as the City Council also hears from residents defending the school budget.
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PublishedApril 30, 2018
Cigarette butt receptacles spread to other states, but in Portland, a bit of a stink
Although Sidewalk Buttlers have helped clean up the streets, the city may rein in the program because of complaints and a dispute over who empties and services them.
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PublishedApril 24, 2018
Portland council hears pleas on both sides of plan to require employers to give paid sick days
While workers tell stories of having to go to work sick and spreading illnesses, businesses warn that the proposal could affect their viability and result in the loss of other benefits.
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