Overall, however, the study concludes that 2010 zoning changes are working as expected to open more waterfront to development while leaving the majority of space available to marine-dependent uses.
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Posted inFeature Obituary, Local & State
Featured obituary: Constantine ‘Charlie’ Kapothanasis, 89, born in Greece, founder of Prompto
Mr. Kapothanasis, who was a pillar in Portland’s Greek community, arrived in Portland on a ship in 1957.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Portland financial services firm to acquire competitor
Foreside Financial Group plans to purchase New Hampshire-based NCS Regulatory Compliance for an undisclosed sum.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining
Mellen Street Market in Portland plans to add a cafe
The new owners plan to divide the market space and add a 24-seat dining area.
Posted inMaine Crime
Portland police investigating bank robbery at One City Center
A man entered the bank at about 11 a.m. and handed a teller a note demanding money, police said.
Posted inLife & Culture, Local & State
Rosalyne Spindel Bernstein, beloved Portland arts supporter and civic leader, dies at 90
She helped make the Portland Museum of Art a top cultural and educational destination during six decades on its board, and was a major supporter of Bowdoin College.
Posted inLife & Culture, Local & State, News
Lobster Dip raises spirits, money for Special Olympics
A balmy 50-degree day greets dippers at the annual New Year’s Day event that was postponed last year because of freezing weather.
Posted inCommunity
MaineCF announces new regional fund for nonprofits in Sagadahoc County
The Maine Community Foundation has created the Sagadahoc County Fund to support nonprofit and public organizations in Sagadahoc County. A volunteer committee of Lincoln and Sagadahoc county community and business leaders called the Southern Midcoast Committee reviews grants and makes recommendations for funding. In 2018, the committee awarded more than $80,000 in grants to 13 […]
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Nine housing projects in Maine receive federal aid
The $15.3 million in grants and loans are earmarked for affordable housing.
Posted inLocal & State
Calm weather ahead to start the new year in Maine
Sunshine and milder temperatures are expected to take hold Tuesday as 2019 begins.