Portland voters approve $109 million school construction project
Portland voters approved a $109 million referendum covering renovations and expansions at multiple schools, with transition planning underway for the 2027-28 school year.
Portland Public Schools
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Portland Public Schools issues layoff notices to 87 educators after budget cuts
Portland Public Schools has issued layoff notices to 87 educators as it begins a broader workforce reduction tied to a reduced 2026–27 operating budget and a significant financial shortfall.
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USM’s Maine-SMART high-school research program continues through Aug. 7 in Portland
The University of Southern Maine’s Maine-SMART program is holding week-long summer research and learning sessions for high-school students on its Portland campus through Aug. 7, 2026.