By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,311) “A Taste of Spring” is on its own unpredictable way to Portland. It’s hard to know exactly when it will arrive in the northeast. But at least supporters know it will be here at the Portland Company … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: February 2015
City to Sponsor “Workforce” Housing Shortage Forum; 2/25
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,310) If the snowy predictions and resulting parking bans aren’t in the news, then there’s a chance that the shortage of affordable housing will be in the news somewhere, somehow in Portland. For that reason, a … Continue reading
Buckley & Lizotte Engaged on Valentine’s Day
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,309) Samantha Buckley, 23, and Nathan Lizotte, 26, became engaged to be married this morning – Valentine’s Day – while at brunch in the Old Port. Buckley was raised in California, but moved to Portland several … Continue reading
Katie Made Bakery Offers Special Valentine Take Home Dinner For Two; Parking Ban Starts 2/14 pm through 2/16 am!
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,307) Everyone all over Greater Portland & Beyond knows how out of this world fantastically superior the baked goods at Katie Made Bakery are – and this Saturday, February 14th – Valentine’s Day – the Bakery is adding its 5th Annual … Continue reading
Portland Police Investigating Two Separate Armed Robberies
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,306) Portland Police are investigating two separate armed robberies that occurred late at night during the past week. Police are concerned that these robberies may be connected and urge everyone to be cautious. Remain aware of … Continue reading
Bayside Bowl Expanding ’cause Public Services Moving Soon
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,305) This evening the Housing and Community Development Committee gave its approval to a purchase and sale agreement for the property, 71 Hanover Street, to be sold to BOPO, LLC, Justin Alfond, Manager. The expansion will … Continue reading
58 Fore Street Planning Board Public Hearing Set for 2/24/15
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,304) The planning board will hold a public hearing on the application to rezone 58 Fore Street on Tuesday, February 24th at city hall at 7:00 pm. The applicant CPB2 has asked to rezone the almost … Continue reading
Portland Food Co-op Hosts Valentine’s Day Reception
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,303) The Portland Food Co-op, a community owned market, will be hosting a Valentine’s Day Reception on Saturday, February 14th at 290 Congress Street. It runs from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm and again from 4:00 pm … Continue reading
Sangillo’s Tavern Looses Appeal for Reinstatement of Liquor License
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,302) Sangillo’s Tavern has lost its appeal to the State’s Bureau of Alcoholic Beverages & Lottery Operations for reinstatement of its liquor license. Dana Sangillo, owner, decided not to appeal the case because of the … Continue reading
Portland Trails Looking for Half-time Employee; Apply by 2/14/15
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,301) Portland Trails is hiring a half-time Communications and Outreach Coordinator. Website, social media, event coordination and media relations are all part of the overall skills needed for this position. See the web site, job … Continue reading