On Sunday, July 11, 2021, at approximately 7:26 pm., Portland Police officers responded to a disturbance near the block of 25 Preble Street.  While talking to witnesses at that location, they noticed a man, later identified as Frederick Archer (5/2/2000), … Continue reading →

The 33rd Maine Boatbuilders Show is back!  That is it’s back on the Portland waterfront following a hiatus because of its temporary relocation off the waterfront and then a pause for the pandemic. Previously the enormously popular Show was held … Continue reading →

Attorney General Aaron M. Frey announced today a resolution of his lawsuit against the Sackler family and its company, Purdue Pharma.  – a resolution that will go a long way in defeating a scourge illegally brought upon this nation by … Continue reading →

Governor Janet T. Mills has signed into Law LD 1619, which prohibits new offshore wind projects in State waters.  The prohibition preserves State waters for recreational and fishing – where up to 75% of Maine’s commercial lobster harvesting occurs – … Continue reading →

Scott Turcette, an organizer for Common Cause, called upon a small group of activists at city hall to “fight for the right to vote” late this afternoon.  “We have to fight for democracy today.” Three speakers addressed the group of  … Continue reading →

“No other boat yard can handle the width that we can here,” said Ray Stoddard, Yard Manager at Portland Yacht Services, this morning.  The 330 metric ton marine travel lift purchased three years ago from Wisconsin permits more flexibility in … Continue reading →

The US Coast Guard Cutter EAGLE is returning to the Ocean Gateway, Portland, on Friday, August 6 through Monday, August 9th, the Bicentennial Committee announced today. The EAGLE, a 295-foot seagoing classroom from the US Coast Guard Academy New London, … Continue reading →

The Janet Mills for Governor campaign issued the following statement in response to Republican former Governor Paul LePage’s announcement today that he is seeking a third term: “As Attorney General and as Governor, Janet Mills has gone to work every … Continue reading →

Kay Spofford of Winslow won $896,809 in Maine’s Don’t Miss your Shot:  Vaccinatioland Sweepstakes, a statewide program to encourage Maine people to get vaccinated against COVID-19 according to a press release issued by Governor Janet T. Mills office today. Spofford, … Continue reading →

The City of Portland is pleased to announce it will host a fireworks display for the Fourth of July this year.  The display will be held on Sunday, July 4th in its usual spot on the Eastern Promenade with the … Continue reading →