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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →