You are encouraged to show your support for the Homeless Encampment at Portland City Hall tomorrow, Saturday, August 1st at at 2:00 pm.  This is an opportunity to donate much needed supplies for the homeless community and to find out … Continue reading →

Attorney General Aaron Frey announced today that he has filed a civil complaint under the Maine Civil Rights Act in Cumberland County Superior Court against Michael Roylos, 63, Portland for using and threatening violence against a 38 year old lesbian … Continue reading →

Governor Janet T. Mills announced today that MaineHousing will double its rental assistance from $500. to $1,000. through the COVID-19 Rental Relief Program beginning on Monday, August 3rd.  The Governor, who established the program with MaineHousing in April, is dedicating … Continue reading →

A print release of Barbara Prey’s iconic painting Time Travelers will happen on Sunday, August 9, 2020 at her Port Clyde studio.  The 20th anniversary celebration will happen between 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Sales of the Time Travelers will benefit Project Sunshine. … Continue reading →

The Mills administration announced today an adjustment to the limit on large gatherings for outdoor activities from 50 to 100 people, effective on Saturday, August 1, 2020.  Under the increase, however, no more than 5 people are allowed per 1,000 square … Continue reading →

“It was a joke,” said Scott Smith, this afternoon.  He was referring to a listening session with Mayor Kate Snyder that occurred this morning at 9:00 am at Lincoln Park that he along with about 40 others attended. A press … Continue reading →

Late this afternoon, Mayor Snyder announced that she is holding a listening session tomorrow, Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at Lincoln Park on the City Hall Plaza protest.  It begins at 9:00 am and the press release from the city to … Continue reading →

“Someone parked his car in front of a police cruiser and refused to move,” said Richard Cox early this evening.  Shortly thereafter a parade of eight police cars, lights flashing and sirens wailing roared down Congress Street to the assistance … Continue reading →

State Republicans have been itching for a long time now to control  the Governor’s decision making process to meet their political goals rather than maintain the public health of Maine residents. Their latest effort was unveiled today in a proposal … Continue reading →

Stanley Holmes (DOB 2-21-1990) of Portland was arrested on Saturday, July 25, 2020.  He was charged with Unlawful Sexual Contact following an incident with a 35 year old homeless woman in downtown Portland according to a press release issued today … Continue reading →