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  • peaks island wastewater treatment facility
    August 21, 2025

    PWD Receives National Award for Outstanding Compliance with Water Quality Requirements

    The Portland Water District (PWD) was honored with three Peak Performance Awards by the National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) at their recent…

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  • August 19, 2025

    Every Home, Every Meter: PWD Launches Major Meter Replacement Project

    The Portland Water District (PWD) is embarking on a major infrastructure upgrade: replacing nearly all 55,000 water meters across the system with the latest…

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  • July 29, 2025

    Charlene Poulin Promoted to Director of Wastewater Operations

    Portland, Maine — The Portland Water District (PWD) is proud to announce the promotion of Charlene Poulin to Director of Wastewater Operations. With over…

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  • July 17, 2025

    July is Lakes Appreciation Month—Spotlight on Sebago Lake

    The latest news from the Portland Water District July is Lakes Appreciation Month—a time to reflect on the essential role lakes play in our…

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  • Sunrise over misty lake with trees and text "2025 Sebago Lake to Casco Bay."
    June 26, 2025

    Photos Wanted for 2026 Sebago Lake to Casco Bay Calendar

    Deadline: July 31, 2025Portland, Maine — The Portland Water District invites photographers of all skill levels to submit images for the 2026 Sebago Lake…

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  • June 10, 2025

    2025 Water Quality Report Released, EPA Officials Visit, Scholarship Recipient Announced

    The latest news from the Portland Water District We Test It So You Can Trust It—Latest Water Quality Report Released Find out what makes…

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  • Two people presenting at a Portland Water District event.
    June 3, 2025

    Portland Water District Announces Elizabeth Nkanga of Westbrook as 2025 DiPietro Memorial Scholarship Recipient

    The Portland Water District is pleased to announce that Elisabeth Nkanga of Westbrook has been awarded the 2025 Joseph A. DiPietro Memorial Scholarship in…

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  • May 28, 2025

    Portland Water District names new General Manager, launches Instagram page, invites public to learn more about water quality monitoring

    The latest news from the Portland Water District Portland Water District Names Scott Firmin as General Manager The Portland Water District is pleased to…

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