By Carol McCracken  (Post # 678) It’s easy to find out what the bestsellers at local and national book stores are; just check out the weekend newspapers.  For the first time, the Portland  Public Library has issued a list of … Continue reading →

By Carol McCracken  (Post # 677) Today Assistant City Manager Patricia Finnigan was named as Acting City Manager for the city of Portland effective February 11, 2011 by Mayor Nicholas Mavodones.  The appointment will become official at the city council’s … Continue reading →

Painter Leann Wiley at the Hilltop Coffee Shop By Carol McCracken  (Post # 676) Leann Wiley’s favorite studio is her car.  She tapes canvasses to the steering wheel and paints scenes all over Munjoy Hill.  For a landscape painter, this … Continue reading →