The opening of the historic Observatory atop Munjoy Hill usually has felt like a sure sign that spring has arrived. And so it does once again this year.  Despite the rainy Saturdays. The Observatory opens for the season on Saturday, … Continue reading →

On Saturday, May 17, 2025, at approximately 8:45 am., the Biddeford Fire Department and the Biddeford Police Department were dispatched to 130 May Street following a report of a previously extinguished bathroom fire.  The Biddeford Recreation Department’s administration reported the … Continue reading →

On May 17, 2025, at approximately 4:55 am., the Lewiston Police Department received a 911 call for a year old with a gunshot wound to the head at 93 Pierce Street, Apartment # 2.  The Lewiston Police Department, Lewiston Fire … Continue reading →

You are invited to participate in the First Annual East Bayside Trail Fest on Sunday, June 22nd  This inaugural event located in the heart of Portland’s East Bayside neighborhood is presented by Kennebec Savings Bank. It features three (3) events: … Continue reading →

On Thursday, May 15, 2025, at 9:16 pm., Portland Police responded to 5 Portland Street (Elena’s Way) for a report of a stabbing.  A 56 year old man had been approached from behind before suffering a slashing wound to the … Continue reading →

“We were proud to stand together to defend birthright citizenship and the rule of law in the US Supreme Court today.  For 127 years, since the Supreme Court settled the issue, the law has been clear:  if you are born … Continue reading →

On Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 11:47 am., Porttland Police responded to Union Wharf for a report of a GPS unit missing from a vessel.  It appeared the unit had been stolen between May 9 – 13.  Later that day, … Continue reading →

On Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 9:00 am, Portland Police executed a search warrant at 288 State Street in relation to the Grant Street shots fired call that occurred on May 11, 2025.  Portland Police Department’s Criminal Division Investigation Division … Continue reading →

The Portland Fire Department was alerted to the report of smoke coming from a structure at 249 Spring Street at 10:01 am on Wednesday, May 14th.  On arrival, Portland companies reported a fire in the basement with exension to the … Continue reading →

Last night during the House Agriculture Committee markup of the partisan reconciliation bill, Congresswoman Chellie PIngree (D-ME) spoke out against Republicans proposal to slash $300 billion from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).  In her opening remarks, Congresswoman Pingree questioned … Continue reading →