Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-ME) today announced more than $900,000 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) funding to conserve the Casco Bay Estuary.  The funds awarded through the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to the University of Southern Maine through the … Continue reading →

By Frederick McCann, Candidate for Portland Water District Trustee, https://fred4water.com The East End is home to a number of Portland’s greatest landmarks – the Portland Observatory, Fort Sumner Park with its incredible views and of course the Eastern Promenade. Before … Continue reading →

Today, Wednesday, October 19, 2022, a federal appeals court sided with the Maine Lobstermen’s Association (MLA) in granting the MLA’s request  to expedite consideration of its appeal of the decision in Maine Lobstermen’s Association vs. National Marine Fisheries Service.  The … Continue reading →

The Janet Mills for Governor Campaign unveiled a new television ad on Monday, touting her work to bring Republicans, Democrats and Independents together to solve problems.  The ad is called – “It Pays Off – and was filmed at Becky’s … Continue reading →

Evan Schueckler has been hired as the Historic Preservation Program Manager for the City of Portland.  Formerly, he worked for the city and county of Denver, Colorado.  Mr. Schueckler has an undergraduate degree in architectural history and a master’s degree … Continue reading →

Jeff Tarling, city arborist, was named a Paul Harris Fellow, Rotary Club’s highest honor, last night at the city council meeting by Mayor Kate Snyder. “The Paul Harris Fellow recognizes your significant contributions to the Portland community.  As the city … Continue reading →

“We won.  The union is official,” emailed Mandie Cantrell to this blogger earlier this evening.  Cantrell was referring to a vote that took place throughout today – a vote to determine whether or not to unionize.  A happy Cantrell emailed … Continue reading →

Starbucks workes are voting today on whether or not to unionize according to Mandi Cantrell, an organizer of the union effort at the Middle Street location in the Old Port of Portland.  Workers started voting this morning from 10:00 am … Continue reading →

Are you looking for information on the voting  process in Portland?  If so, an upcoming Resource Fair may  provide you the  answers to your important questions so you can make intellligent choices on the upcoming November 8th ballot. A DAY … Continue reading →

This morning, Sunday, October 16, 2022, just after 2:30 am., Portland Police were called to Rick’s Cabaret, 200 Riverside Street, for the report of a disturbance where a patron threatened staff with a firearm. When officers arrived, a subject later … Continue reading →