Governor Janet T. Mills (D) the first woman governor of Maine, announced yesterday that the number of Maine households reliant on oil as their primary heat source fell by move than 6% between 2022 and 2023, the largest year over … Continue reading
In-Person Absentee Voting Starts on Monday, October 7th at Portland’s City Hall
In-person absentee voting for the November 5, 2024 election begins on Monday, October 7th. It starts in the State of Maine room, adjacent to the city clerk’s office on the second floor of city hall. Hours are 8:30 am to … Continue reading
Third Annual Mount Joy Orchard Cider Press Party; 10/6
You are invited to attend the Third Annual Cider Pressing on Sunday, October 6th. It starts at 1:00 pm and runs until all the apples are gone or it gets dark – which ever comes first! Live Music and a … Continue reading
Police Investigating Assault on Western Prom This AM
On October 1, 2024, around 7:33 am., Portland Police responded to the Western Promenade for a report of a person down on the ground. Upon arrival, it appeared that the 53 year old victim had severe injuries from a potential … Continue reading
Green Memorial Church Provides Voter Registration Information for Potential Voters
Green Memorial Church, 46 Sheridan Street, has always been an important part of the community on Munjoy HIll. This year the church has taken on a new responsibility – it is serving as a clearing house for new voters who … Continue reading
Pianist Sawada Enthralls with Concert at Congress Square Park
About 200 people attended an almost two hour piano concert at Congress Square Park this afternoon. Today’s free concert was the third stop of an area tour that started several days ago with concerts at the Long Creek Youth Developent … Continue reading
Free Piano Concert at Congress Square Park; An Antidote Needed Now!
You are invited to a free piano concert tomorrow, Saturday, September 28th at Congress Square Park, at 2:00 pm. The Gather Hear Portland concert is produced by Gather Hear Inc., a 7 year old non-profit. The creator of Gather Hear … Continue reading
Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Clark Street Park, 9/27 afternoon
You are invited to attend a ribbon cutting celebration tomorrow, Friday, September 27 at the Clark Street Park. (It is between Danforth and Salem Streets on the west end of Portland). The festivities begin at 1:30 pm. The purpose of … Continue reading
House Democrats Once Again Step in to Avert Government Shutdown Today
Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D) a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee today released the following statement after the House pushed a 90-day Contiuing Resolution to avoid a government shutdown. “Congress should be focused on full-year solutions that invest in … Continue reading
Annual Holiday Tree Hunt Now Underway in Greater Portland Area
The annual search for a holiday tree to light up Monument Square is underway according to the city of Portland. Residents of the Greater Portland area are invited to help find the perfect evergreen tree to brighton the heart of … Continue reading