The four member Maine delegation released the followig statement moments after Governor Mills press conference on the Lewiston Independent Commission’s final report: “As our state continues to heal from the tragic event in Lewiston, we commend Governor Mills her leadership … Continue reading →

The annual Bread & Puppet Theater Circuis returns to Ft. Allen Park on the Eastern Promenade tomorrow – Saturday, September 7th. “The Beginning After the End of Humanity  Circuis” begins at 5:00 pm – through 6:15 pm.  The performance is … Continue reading →

Twenty-one projects across Maine have been selected to be the recipients of more than $33,8 million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for hydroelectric projects in Maine according to a press release issued this morning from the office of Congreswoman Chellie … Continue reading →

The city of Portland announced earlier this week that it has received a major site plan and subdivision application to facilitate an eight lot residential subdivision, construction of a new public right-of-way, construction of eight new residential buildings with a … Continue reading →

Tonight the Portland City Council voted unanimously to divest from Israel according to a press release issued by Sarah Almatri of  the Maine Coalition for Palestine.  The resolution requires that all city funds and investments from companies that are complivit … Continue reading →

“I believe a better Maine is possible if everyday people  have more of a say over their government which means everyone needs to register to vote,” said Congressswoman Chellie Pingree (D) in a press release issued late last month. “One … Continue reading →

The Second Edition of the  Maine Lit Fest is returning next month to a place near you!  It runs from October 3rd to October 13th.  The locations include Farmington, Portland, Brunswick, Waterville, Bangor, Presque Isle and on-line.  The event is … Continue reading →

The first-ever Clean Transportatiom Festival is set for Saturday, September 7th from 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm.   It will feature an afternoon of fun, celebrating and learning about clean transportation options.   The first-ever such Festival will be held at the … Continue reading →

You are invited to attend a city required meetig to discuss a mixed use development proposal for 203 Fore Street, Portland.   The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 12 from 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm.at the Hampton Inn Cofeence Room.  … Continue reading →

Last month Portland Trails and the Bicycle Coalition of Maine installed temporary features on Diamond Street in Portland to slow car traffic and improve pedestrian safety.   The street which has no sidewalks or curbs now features painted “curb exensions” with … Continue reading →