One hundred and fifty-three (153) new street trees were planted across the Bayside neighborhood over the last several months according to a press release issued by the city late last week. This effort, managed by the city’s Parks, Recreation & … Continue reading
‘Light in Every Room’ Shines Brightly at Moss Galleries on Munjoy Hill Show
Two Maine-based artists are featured in the just opened ‘Light in Every Room’ art show at Moss Galleries on Munjoy Hill. Both women are well-known in Maine; Gail Spaien & Lynne Drexler. The show opened Friday, October 25, 2024 and … Continue reading
Clegg Named to Lead Planned Parenthood of Northern New England
Nicole Clegg was named CEO and President of Planned Parenthood of Northern New England (PPNNE) according to a press release issued yesterday. She had been serving as Interim CEO since March of 2023. Clegg has worked to expand the scope … Continue reading
Celebrate Halloween at Bayview Heights on Munjoy Hill; October 31 Late Afternoon
Come in costume or don’t! Come with a friend, with a group of friends or with a family member – or don’t! But just come to the annual candy hand-out at Bayview Heights, 158 North Street on Munjoy Hill. The … Continue reading
An Election Update from the City Clerk’s Office at Portland City Hall
Ashley Rand, Portland City Clerk. reported the following this evening: A total of 14,362 absentee ballots have been requested; Of that number, 6,567 ballots have been returned to the Clerk’s Office; Of the 6,567 that have been returned, 2,190 of … Continue reading
Neighbors Meet Neighbors at Block Party at Munjoy South Park Yesterday
“We decided to hold this block party to meet more of our neighbors,” said Katy Blanz, one of three career woman who organized the event that was held yesterday afternoon at Munjoy South Park not far from the street on … Continue reading
“CONSCIENCE” – a Play That Resonates As “History Repeats Itself”
“Conscience” – a two-act play that ended its run at Portland Stage last Sunday, is the story of US Senator Margaret Chase Smith (R-ME) and her epic battle for the truth against Senator Joseph McCarthy (R-WI). Even though the two-act … Continue reading
“FoodWorks” Faces Unique Challenge to its Bottom Line
Tucked away behind several other more visible storefronts on India Street is a popular lunch spot for area office workers as well as area residents is FoodWorks – a long-time staple of the east end with a reputation for a … Continue reading
Anti-abortion State Legislatures’ Candidates Work to Restrict Womens’ Reproductive Rights Says Planned Parenthood
A new poll out this week emphasizes what voters have indicated in elections across the country over the past two years according to a press release issued by Planned Parenthood this morning. Abortion is a top motivating issue particularly among … Continue reading
Arrest Made in Forest Avenue Juvenile Shooting Yesterday
Dominic Moncada-Sanchez, 19, of Portland, was charged with aggravated attempted murder, elevated aggravated assault as well as violating conditions of release last night, October 15, 2024.for the assault of a 17 year old from Portland in the early morning hours … Continue reading