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PublishedJuly 11, 2022
Former Portland mayor Ethan Strimling granted jury trial on whether his landlord can evict him
A Superior Court justice has ruled that a jury trial is warranted to resolve questions about a May 2021 meeting between Strimling and his landlord that could impact the outcome of the case.
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PublishedApril 21, 2022
Judge rules landlord can evict former Portland mayor Ethan Strimling
Strimling argued that he was being evicted in retaliation for his involvement in a tenants union, but a judge sided with landlord Geoffrey Rice, who said he was tired of being 'nickel and dimed' by the former mayor over rent increases.
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PublishedMay 6, 2019
Portland council votes 5-4 to reject earned sick time requirement
The majority believes a statewide policy would be better and that a local ordinance might inadvertently affect workers with existing paid time off benefits.
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PublishedMay 6, 2019
More asylum seekers arrive in Portland from southern border as city debates assistance
Portland's human resources director criticizes comments by Mayor Ethan Strimling welcoming the arrival of more immigrants, a sign of the tensions as Maine's largest city sees another influx of asylum-seeking families.
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PublishedJune 12, 2018
Paid sick time proposal could add $400,000 to Portland budget
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PublishedJuly 24, 2017
Portland officials weigh suit against opioid manufacturers
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PublishedMay 23, 2017
Portland mayor wants group to consider expanding his power
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PublishedNovember 4, 2015
Portland elects Ethan Strimling as mayor, rejects $15 minimum wage
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