By Carol McCracken (Post # 1,087) “New England was one of the hardest hit areas of the country with flooding last year. All 16 counties in Maine were affected,” said Anika James, field associate for Portland’s Environment Maine at a … Continue reading
Category Archives: News From the Hill
“Friends” Present Treatment Plan for Landscape Rehabilitation of the Eastern Promenade to City Committee; Tree Types Spark Dissent
Consultant Martha H. Lyon and president of Friends Diane Davison at Meeting By Carol McCracken (Post # l,086) Back in 2007 it was about the trees on the Eastern Promenade. And so it turned out to be on Wednesday, February … Continue reading
Two Task Forces Set by Newly Consolidated Committee of the City Council; Public Safety and Health & Human Services Committee
By Carol McCracken (Post # l,085) Two task forces were established last week on issues held over from last year’s committee calendars that were not completed because of the merging of committees and the recent reschuffling of councilors to those … Continue reading
City Manager to Refer Results of Shipyard Internal Investigation to Outside Auditor, Suslovic Says; Recommends Repayment Plan
By Carol McCracken (Post # 1,084) The controvery surrounding the erroneous billing of Shipyward Brewery Co. has taken a temporary break while the city concludes an internal investigation of the matter which could come by tomorrow. It was discovered last … Continue reading
Portland Public Arts Committee Lobbying City Council to Counter Critics
By Carol McCracken (Post # 1,083) Members of the city’s Public Arts Committee are preparing to lobby the city council to support its choice for seating on the Bayside Trail. The Committee’s choice is the work of SkyeDesign, a Washington, … Continue reading
Adams Condominiums Construction to Start in May
By Carol McCracken (Post # 1,082) The much anticipated redevelopment of the former Marada Adams School on the Hill is on track according to Seth Parker, of Avesta Housing, a non-profit housing agency. In 2008, Avesta Housing submitted an application … Continue reading
Romney’s Town Hall Meeting Marred by Unexpected Questions; 400 Attend PYS Rally
By Carol McCracken (Post # 1,081) Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney rallied his supporters at a town hall meeting at Portland Yacht Services last night – imploring supporters to attend Maine caucuses today, take friends to vote and make telephone … Continue reading
Mitt Romney to Rally Supporters at Portland Yacht Services; 2/10/12
By Carol McCracken (Post # 1,081) It’s official! Republican Presidential Candidate Mitt Romney will hold a rally at Portland Yacht Services, 58 Fore Street, tomorrow, Friday, February 10th. It is free and open to the public. Doors open at 5 … Continue reading
Sussman’s Hampshire Street Redevelopment Could Break Ground Next Spring; Artist Facilities Expected to be Included
By Carol McCracken (Post # 1,080) “Primarily it’ll be housing priced at market rate, but affordable. And it will continue the mixed character of the neighborhood, with art facilities,” said Hugh Nazor, Treasurer of the India Street Neighborhood Association. Mr. … Continue reading
Council Actions Last Night; Wine on the Agenda!
By Carol McCracken (Post # 1,079) “It’s not a done deal by any means. There are still many hurdles to get over,” said Chris Gamble following the council’s approval for a request for a liquor license and outdoor dining at … Continue reading