Out of an abundance of caution, Portland High School students will learn remotely on Thursday, September 30, 2021 due to a threat on social media.  All after-school activities are cancelled for Thursday as well.  The threat, which has impacted another … Continue reading →

Dr. Nirav Shah, Director of the Maine CDC, said at this afternoon’s weekly briefing that so far he is pleased with the role out of the booster shots in Maine. He responded to what he considers to be the four … Continue reading →

Governor Janet Mills, the first women governor of Maine, announced today that she has signed legislation establishing Maine’s new district maps.  Earlier today the Maine State Legislature voted to approve the new maps during a special session, making Maine the … Continue reading →

Corporation Counsel Daniele West has been nominated to serve as city manager once city manager Jon Jennings departs on November 1, 2021 for his new position in Clearwater, Florida.  Her nomination will be voted on during the Monday, October 4, … Continue reading →

Rally for Abortion Rights, a rally to demand an end to the dangerous, escalating attacks on reproductive rights, is planned for this Saturday, October 2, 2021 at Congress Square Park in downtown Portland.  The rally is scheduled for 11:00 AM. … Continue reading →

Starting on Monday, October 4th, attendance at three city buildings will require proof of vaccination or negative COVID test results.  In addition, face masks will be required to be worn at all indoor events.  This is required because of the … Continue reading →

The Maine Lobstermen Association (MLA) yesterday filed a lawsuit challenging the federal government’s ten year whale protection plan in US District Court in the D.C. circuit.  The 32 page Complaint calls for Injunctive Relief from the restrictions on the lobster … Continue reading →

Between January 1st and August 30th, 2021 there were 175  reported overdose cases reported – about one overdose every 30 hours – 14 of which were fatal according to a press release from the Portland Police Department last week. In … Continue reading →

One week ago today Alice Dunn and Lee Farrington signed an “under contract” document for three buildings located on Congress Street near the bottom of Munjoy Hill. Dunn, who also owns Portland Architectural  Salvage, 131 Preble Street and Farrington, who … Continue reading →

Portland Police Chief Frank Clark is stepping down as of November 1, 2021. to take a job in the private sector according to a press release issued by the city’s spokeswoman today.  Assistant Chief Heath Gorham has been designated to … Continue reading →