By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,216 ) Apparently a handful of young businessmen and Joe Soley, 83, have come to an agreement because sources close to the situation say that his block of commercial/residential property between 10 – 26 Exchange … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: October 2014
Next Health & Human Services Director Selected for City Council Approval
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,215) Dawn C. Stiles, LCSW has been selected to be the City’s next Director of Health & Human Services by Portland’s Acting City Manager Sheila Hill-Christian according to a press release issued today. The recommendation … Continue reading
Former Cutler Supporters Unite Behind Michaud to Unseat Gov. Paul LePage
Carol McCracken (Post # 2,214) “I’m an odd duck. I’m a registered Republican and a long-time Cutler supporter,” said Jim Shaffer this morning at a press conference at Ocean Gateway Visitors Center, Portland. “We can ill afford four more years of … Continue reading
Developers for ‘East Cove Townhomes’ Scrap Plans; “Market Conditions?”
St. Lawrence Arts Center Gets OK From Planning Board to Advance
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,212) The Planning Board voted unanimously this evening to approve draft amendments to an existing zoning agreement the St.Lawrence Arts Center applied for in connection with its rebuilding of the sanctuary at its 76 Congress … Continue reading
Arabica Coffee Hosts Endorsement of Michaud For Governor by Local Small Businesses..workinprogress…
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,211) Local small business owners in the area endorsed Congressman Mike Michaud for Governor today at a press conference at Arabica Coffee on Commercial Street on the east end of Portland. The endorsement came prior to the election on … Continue reading
Strong Odor Reported on Commercial Street is Not Natural Gas Leak
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2, 211) A large number of calls complaining of a strong odor of natural gas in the area of West Commercial Street, Portland, are being received by Portland Fire Department dispatchers according to a press … Continue reading
Spring Shows at Portland Company Complex on Schedule for March 2015; But After That?
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,210) “Despite the sale of the property at 58 Fore Street, we have negotiated an extra year for these two shows at the same location,” said Phin Sprague, Jr. earlier today. What have become spring traditions will … Continue reading
REMINDER: District 1 Annual Meeting on Wednesday, November 5th on Munjoy Hill
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,209) Do you have questions and suggestions for City officials about the neighborhood? If so, bring them to the City of Portland’s annual meeting. This is a good opportunity to network and meet neighbors who … Continue reading
Cafe With Star Power Opening on Market Street Next Year
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,208) The green “For Rent” sign that had occupied a lower left corner of the window for months was gone. In its place, was a red sign with large white letters that stated: LEASED. What new business is going in … Continue reading