The Portland Museum of Art, (PMA), and UAW Local 2110 have announced the ratification of a contract for all full-time, regular part-time and on-call positions within the Museum. Together, the PMA and Local 2110 agree to work together to support … Continue reading
Trial on North Street Condos Under Construction Delayed; Again
Earlier this month a Justice of the Superior Court signed an Order extending the deadline for discovery until December 27, 2021 in the case of Steven and Ann Kremer vs. Upright Properties, LLC. This Order extends the deadlne for discovery … Continue reading
Portland Police Arrest Driver in Multiple Crashes Today
Sawson Keyo (01-01-95) was issued a criminal summons and charged with Leaving the Scene of an Accident and OUI this morning following a series of vehicle crashes according to a press release issued by the Portland Police Department. Keyo crashed … Continue reading
Pop-up Gallery Lease Extended Again Due to SLOW Permitting Process
“I’ve never exhibited before until November 1,” said Rob Paulette, this afternoon at the 18 Exchange Street Pop-up Gallery, a/k/a the Maine Art Collective. “Until I got in here the only people who saw my paintings were friends and family.. … Continue reading
Esteemed Artist Addressed Public at His Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Earlier This Month
“This is like a home coming for me,” said artist Mark Pettegrow at the art installation and ribbon cutting ceremony for his artwork titled – “Passing the Torch.” The event occurred at the Deering Roundabout at the corners of Brighton … Continue reading
Friends of Casco Bay Looking for Development Assistant
The Friends of Casco Bay is looking to hire a Development Assistant. The primary responsibility is to “help sustain, grow membership and its volunteer-base.” This is an entry-level position that is also a full-time, professional position with benefits. It requires … Continue reading
‘Stuff the Bus’ for Preble Street on Monday, November 22nd
The 16th annual Stuff the Bus to benefit Preble Street will take place on Monday, November 22nd. It happens at 55 Portland Street, between 5:00 am – 10:00 am. This annual fundraiser enables Preble Street Emergency Fund Programs to purchase … Continue reading
Annual Thanksgiving Day Football Game Renewed This Year
The tradtional Turkey Day football game between Portland and Deering High Schools is being renewed this year after a COVID hiatus last year. This will be the 109th edition of the game and it is scheduled for Thanksgiving Day Thursday, … Continue reading
SPACE Gallery to Receive $250 K Says Congresswoman Pingree
SPACE Gallery, a nonpofit that supports contemporary artists in Maine, will receive $250,000 in pandemic relief from the American Rescue Plan it was announced today. The Portland arts organization, located at 538 Congress Street, is among 66 grantees across the … Continue reading
Governor Mills Expands COVID-19 Booster Eligibiilty to all Maine Adults
Governor Janet T. Mills (D), the first women governor of Maine, announced today that effective immediately, all Maine adults age 18 and older are eligible to receive a COVID-19 booster shot, regardless of underlying medical condition. Expanding booster eligibility will … Continue reading