Consistent with a directive of the President, Governor Janet T. Mills (D) has ordered that the US and the State of Maine flags be lowered to half-staff until sunset on Sunday, August 31, 2025. “On behalf of Maine people, I … Continue reading →

Voters can now request their absentee ballots for the November 4, 2025 State Referendum and General municipal election.  Absentee ballots can be requested online through the State of Maine’s webpage.  To learn more about other ways to request your ballot, … Continue reading →

The Maine Supreme Judicial Court has unanimously affirmed the legality and constitutionality of rules adopted by the Maine Department of Labor in administering the Paid Family and Medical Leave Act according to a press release issued yesterday.  The plaintiff in … Continue reading →

Congress Street Intersection reconstruction work is scheduled to begin on Monday, September 15, 2025, according to a press release issued by the city today This project includes mill and overlay of the intersection, sidewalk and ADA improvements, installation of new … Continue reading →

You are invited to attend a city required  neighborhood meeting on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 200 Middle Street, Suite 202 at 5:30 pm. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss a proposal for the mixed-use, 30 story high … Continue reading →

This evening the Portland City Council voted 5 – 4 to give Portlander’s a chance to increase the city’s minimum wage on the November ballot. Those voting in favor of the $19/hour wage were:  April Fournier, Wesley Pelletier, Regina Philips, … Continue reading →

“Vanish” a photography exhibit by Jim Westphalen opened on Thursday, August  21 and runs through Saturday, October 11, 2025 at Cove Street Arts, 71 Cove Street on the east end of Portland. Mr. Westphalen “explores the ‘beauty in decay’ of … Continue reading →

UNESCO was founded in 1945 right after World War 11 to rebuild destroyed schools, libraries and museums in Europe.  Today, UNESCO continues to promote peace through global cooperation on education and science innovations and to honor and promote cultural preservation … Continue reading →

“It’s been a good Show for everyone,” said Whitney Gill, Executive Director of the Maine Crafts Association.  The tenth annual Show took place under sunny skies and a cooling breeze – helping to  make it a good day for the … Continue reading →

A recent survey conducted by Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D) to which more than 10,300 people responded demonstrated that this bill is deeply unpopular in Maine: 81% strongly oppose the “One Big Beautiful Bill” – which changes taxes, food assistance and … Continue reading →