Government

City Hall closing during holidays to save money

As a cost-saving measure, City Hall will be closed during the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day during December 27 to 31. City manager Bill Lindsay said police and fire services would be the exception, as they will stay open throughout the holidays. However, non- emergency city services like public works and library services will be on a limited schedule, he said. Only the main public library will remain open, Lindsay said. The Finance Department estimates that the cost-saving…

McLaughlin survives

Gayle McLaughlin wins a second term after a contentious election. Nat Bates trailed by just over 600 votes.