The ‘Clam Bar Portland’. with a robust menu of New England favorites, is opening at its 199 West Commercial Street location at noon on Wednesday, September 1, 2021 according to Garrett FitzGerald, owner.  The menu will feature seafood with a … Continue reading →

Millions  are watching the Biden administration as it works to evacuate Americans and those who have risked their lives to support them in Afghanistan – all by the end of August – watching with a range of emotions from concern … Continue reading →

Late last week, the Office of Marijuana Policy announced it is creating a Workgroup to advise on regulatory issues, best practices access and education, contribute to ongoing improvements in Maine’s medical cannabis program and fulfill the stakeholder engagement charges in … Continue reading →

Anne McGuire has been selected to serve as Assistant City Manager according to a press release issued late last week.  She will begin work on August 30, 2021. Ms. McGuire is a “progress-driven professional” with an extensive background in government … Continue reading →

” I didn’t know it would be so great,” said Matthew Davila, 15, who had just disembarked from a week aboard the historic Harvey Gamage at Portland Yacht Services this afternoon.  “I had no idea how much was involved in … Continue reading →

Demonizing the Taliban was easy for many who spoke at an hour long rally this afternoon at Monument Square – because most of them are from Afghanistan and have many close relatives still living in Kabul with whom they are … Continue reading →

An Order was signed  Monday, August 16, 2021 by a Judge in  Superior Court that will delay the scheduling of a jury trial in the case of Steven and Ann Kremer vs. Upright Properties, LLC., Josh Wojcik, principal. The matter … Continue reading →

United Way Southern Maine has awarded $3,940,854 in strategic investment grants to 56 community programs at 38 nonprofits in Greater Portland, including 9 new programs.  Included in the total are $276,000. of member-directed investments through United Way’s own giving circles, … Continue reading →

Women on the West End of Portland have reported being stalked by a man in a car.  The Portland Police Department is aware of these reports via the internet.   Police Department officers are giving special attention on their patrol beats … Continue reading →

The University of Maine System will be requiring face coverings indoors at all University buildings for all students, faculty, staff and visitors through September 30th.  Prior to today’s update, face coverings had been optional for vaccinated individuals.  Face coverings will … Continue reading →