“We don’t want to compete with the holidays,” said Nate Donovan, a co-owner of  Novel, this afternoon at 643 Congress Street  in downtown Portland. That’s why a soft launch for the book bar & cafe is scheduled for Wednesday, December … Continue reading →

Every time this blogger visits The Post Supply, there is something new to win the admiration of this gift giver.  This time it’s a coffee mug with an oversized handle – they are available in two sizes and in three … Continue reading →

The city announced this morning that it will “resolve” the Harbor View Memorial Park  encampment starting on Tuesday, December 19th. In other words, that’s when  a sweep of the area will start.   This move complies with the city’s policy that … Continue reading →

The Maine Communiy Foundation (MaineCF) Welch Charitable Fund has awarded $285,641. to 18 organizations that serve Greater Portland it was announced earlier this week.  The fund supports organizations that assist people in need with preference to nonprofits focused on youth, … Continue reading →

After the Republican-led House late today approved a formal impeachment inquiry into President Biden without any evidence, Maine’s Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-Maine) released the following statement: “House Republicans’ drive to impeach President Biden is based on zero evidence.  After months … Continue reading →

Portland Police were called to 287 Marginal Way, Skowhegan Savings Bank, on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at 9:22 am for a report of a bank robbery.  Police were told that the suspect fled down Diamond Street and was later spotted … Continue reading →

Two men have been indicted and are in custody for the 2008 murder of Frank Williams. Frank Williams was 37 years old when he was beaten and stabbed on the Fox Street soccer field on August 16, 2008.  Detectives have … Continue reading →

A hearing regarding challenges to the Primary Nomination Petition of Donald J. Trump on Maine’s Presidential Primary Election will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, December 15, 2023 at the Maine State House, Room 228, according to a press … Continue reading →

“The holidays are a time for family, friends, and community,”  said Eckart Preu, Music Director, in his introductory remarks at the Magic of Christmas concert this afternoon. The articulate Preu said that the  sentiment omitted from that spirit is peace … Continue reading →

“Are you ready for a ride to visit Santa Claus?  If you are and have your tickets just follow me out this door and together we will board the Polar Express,” said Show Conductor, Eric Kelley, this afternoon for the … Continue reading →