Carol McCracken  (Post # 2,214) “I’m an odd duck.  I’m a registered Republican and a long-time Cutler supporter,” said Jim Shaffer this morning at a press conference at Ocean Gateway Visitors Center, Portland.  “We can ill afford four more years of … Continue reading →

By Carol McCracken  (Post # 2,212) The Planning Board voted unanimously this evening to approve draft amendments to an existing zoning agreement the St.Lawrence Arts Center applied for in connection with its rebuilding of the sanctuary at its 76 Congress … Continue reading →

By  Carol McCracken  (Post # 2,211) Local small business owners in the area endorsed Congressman Mike Michaud for Governor today at a press conference at Arabica Coffee on Commercial Street on the east end of Portland. The endorsement came prior to the election on … Continue reading →

By Carol McCracken  (Post # 2, 211) A large number of calls complaining of a strong odor of natural gas in the area of West Commercial Street, Portland, are being received by Portland Fire Department dispatchers according to a press … Continue reading →

By Carol McCracken  (Post # 2,210) “Despite the sale of the property at 58 Fore Street, we have negotiated an extra year for these two shows at the same location,” said Phin Sprague, Jr. earlier today.  What have become spring traditions will … Continue reading →

By Carol McCracken  (Post # 2,209) Do you have questions and suggestions for City officials about the neighborhood? If so, bring them to the City of Portland’s annual meeting.  This is a good opportunity to network and meet neighbors who … Continue reading →

By Carol McCracken  (Post # 2,208) The green “For Rent” sign that had occupied a lower left corner of the window for months was gone.   In its place, was a red sign with large white letters  that stated:  LEASED.  What new business is going in … Continue reading →

By Carol McCracken  (Post # 2, 207) Portland Trails will facilitate a series of public meetings and focus groups  – called Community Conversations – starting next Monday evening, October 27th from 6:30 -8:000 pm at Riverton Community Center. There are two other … Continue reading →

By Carol McCracken  (Post # 2,206) The City’s Health and Human Services Department has a received a $50,000 grant   from the National League of Cities intended to create programs providing children with after school and summer meals according to a … Continue reading →