Carol McCracken (Post # 2,374) This morning on the steps of Portland City Hall, US Senator Angus King (I) announced that yesterday he filed proposed legislation that would reduce the number of days that asylum seekers in Maine need to … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: July 2015
Moose Top Draw at Wildlife Park in Gray; One of Few Parks Housing Them in US
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,374) “The moose is the largest single attraction to this Park,” said Curtis Johnson, Superintendent, of the Maine Wildlife Park, today at the popular Park located in Gray. “We get countless telephone calls from people … Continue reading
Peppermint Park Site of Unique Picnic Combining Lunch and Learning
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,373) The summer months can be tough ones for children who qualify for free lunches during the school year, said Michael P. Dixon, executive director, of ConnectED. When school is not in session, a coalition of area … Continue reading
Plans for New Condos at 72 Munjoy Street Filed with City’s Planning Department
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,372) The City’s Planning Department has announced that C and B Realty has submitted an application for a level 3, site plan for 72 Munjoy Street on the Hill. The applicant is proposing a three (3) … Continue reading
Second Murder Arrest at Da Block Studios Announced Today
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,371) Gang Deng Majok, 30, was arrested this afternoon and charged with murder and elevated aggravated assault that happened in May of this year at Da Block Studios, 371 Fore Street, in the Old Port … Continue reading
Peppermint Park Picnic Celebrates Power of Combining Good Food with Summer Learning Tomorrow
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,370) All children and teens are invited to attend a picnic celebrating the power of combining summer meals and summer learning on Tuesday, July 28th from 1:00 – 2:00 pm. Peppermint Park (at the corner … Continue reading
Music Festival Coming to Eastern Promenade Next Month; Free Brady!
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,369) The Eastern Promenade will once again be a stage for a major musical event on Saturday, August 8, 2015. The day-long Portland Lights Musical Festival will bring a number of bands to the area … Continue reading
REMINDER: Car Washing in Downtown Ending Soon; Proceeds Going to 3 Employees!
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,368) If you’ve been putting off getting your car washed and vacuumed in downtown Portland, delay no longer! The next two days will be your last opportunity to get your car washed at Northern Pride … Continue reading
Stevens on Building ‘Columbia’ Yacht for Florida Boatbuilder/ Owner
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,367) “This is my signature yacht,” Jake Stevens, told mhn.com Saturday afternoon as we sat in the stern of the super yacht, Columbia, docked at Portland Yacht Services, 58 Fore Street for the duration of … Continue reading
Classic Yacht ‘Columbia’ Arrives in Portland Harbor for Tall Ships Parade Tomorrow
By Carol McCracken (Post # 2,366) She’s stunning! She’s sleek and fast! The interior sparkles like a gem because she is a gem! She’s brand new having been launched last August in Panama City, Florida, where she was built. And … Continue reading